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March 18, 2010 5:00 AM

We shouldn't design roads that force us to stay in our cars

A better strategy is to give people choices that include going by bike or on foot -- safely.

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March 16, 2010 11:42 AM

Bachmann: 'Some very serious problems with the census'

U.S. Census forms will start arriving in the mail this week, and Census officials are encouraging everyone to fill them out. But Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachman says the Census should only count citizens.

by Tim Nelson

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March 16, 2010 10:58 AM

Transplant surgeon writes autobiography

University of Minnesota surgeon and professor Dr. John Najarian has written an autobiography called "The Miracle of Transplantation: The Unique Odyssey of a Pioneer Transplant Surgeon."

by Cathy Wurzer

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March 15, 2010 6:21 AM

Minnesota turkey hunters are getting another shot

Minnesota turkey hunters are getting another shot.

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March 15, 2010 6:14 AM

St. Paul conservatory to hold wedding showcase

Future brides and grooms can get a look at the gardens at St. Paul's Como Park Zoo and Conservatory at an open house next weekend.

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March 13, 2010 10:46 AM

Fetching fun: Teaching dogs to sniff out antlers

In his 30 years of dog training, Tom Dokken has taught retrievers, pointers and setters to find pheasants, ducks and grouse. Now he has another mission: teaching dogs to find shed antlers from deer.

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March 12, 2010 6:05 AM

Rain, warm weather erode Minn. snowmobile trails

The Department of Natural Resources is warning that snowmobiling conditions may be unsafe in many parts of Minnesota.

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March 12, 2010 12:00 AM

New music news

The recording industry claims that independent artists can't succeed without the massive financial backing that a corporate record deal affords them. We'll also preview the country's most attended music and media conferences, South By Southwest (SXSW).

by Jim McGuinn

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March 11, 2010 2:45 PM

Officials outline plans for gameday traffic around new Target Field

Minneapolis city officials anticipate traffic challenges around Target Field before and after Twins games.

by Brandt Williams

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March 10, 2010 6:31 AM

State parks offer sweet deal: maple syruping demos

Several Minnesota state parks are offering a sweet deal as spring approaches this month - maple syruping demonstrations starting Saturday.

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