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Lifestyle

Gas prices keep campsites open

Gas prices keep campsites open

There are a still a few parks with openings for the big travel weekend.Travel experts are predicting that record-high gas prices will keep many Minnesotans from leaving the state this Memorial Day weekend.
by Minnesota News Network

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State warns boaters to stay safe

State warns boaters to stay safe

State officials are urging boaters to stay safe, as Memorial Day weekend kicks off the summer.

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Restaurants and the recession

Restaurants and the recession

Among the businesses being hit hardest by the economic downturn is the restaurant business. Midmorning talks with food writer Rick Nelson about what local restaurants are doing to keep customers coming in. Rick will also dish on some of his favorite new restaurants and Twin Cities' farmers markets.

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GLBT community upset by domestic partner benefits veto

GLBT community upset by domestic partner benefits veto

Advocates for gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender Minnesotans are speaking out against Gov. Tim Pawlenty's veto of a domestic partner bill that would have allowed local governments to offer domestic partner benefits.
by Minnesota News Network

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Out of ashes

Out of ashes

A year after the Ham Lake fire was officially declared contained, Lutheran wilderness camp rebuilds.
by Bob Kelleher

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Lawmakers approve funding for new state park

Lawmakers approve funding for new state park

Lawmakers included funding for a new state park in a second bonding bill they passed before adjourning Sunday night. The park along Lake Vermilion in northern Minnesota was one of Gov. Pawlenty's top priorities this session.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Icy fishing opener poses challenges

Icy fishing opener poses challenges

A million anglers are expected to head out for Saturday's fishing opener, but catching a walleye may be more challenging this year. The cold spring has delayed walleye spawning, and some northern Minnesota lakes are still frozen solid.
by Tim Post

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State wants anglers to get the lead out

State wants anglers to get the lead out

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is reminding anglers that the toxic metal lead can harm the nervous and reproductive systems of mammals and birds. The agency encourages fishermen to switch to lead-free fishing tackle.

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