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February 24, 2013 11:00 AM

Report: Red Wing mayor resigns after criticism on lobbying job

The mayor of Red Wing is reportedly stepping down after being criticized for taking a job with a lobbyist group for the frac sand industry.

by Rupa Shenoy

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February 23, 2013 9:47 AM

134 layoffs in Brainerd paper mill closing

Wisconsin-based Wausau Paper says it will close its mill in Brainerd and lay off 134 workers this spring because of stiff competition in overseas markets.

by Conrad Wilson

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February 23, 2013 5:00 AM

Snowstorm dies down, Midwest travel woes tick up

A major winter storm turned Midwest commutes into treacherous challenges Friday before the system petered out over the Great Lakes.

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February 23, 2013 5:00 AM

Passengers complaining about ill-fated cruise need a little perspective

For a few days, they had to endure 'unsanitary conditions' that other people live with all the time.

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February 22, 2013 11:05 AM

Southwest light rail: Report details line, stations

After months of collecting public input, engineers working on the Southwest Light Rail Transit are figuring out exactly where to put facilities, stations and the line itself.

by Jessica Mador

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February 22, 2013 10:05 AM

Accent Signage noted for business achievements while late founder’s son keeps high profile

Accent Signage in Minneapolis is receiving media attention for something other than the horrific workplace shooting that took place there last year. The company sent out a press release with news that it recently received a ‘Community Impact Award’ from Minnesota Business magazine, for making products in an environmentally friendly way. Accepting the award for…

by Brandt Williams

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February 22, 2013 5:00 AM

Somali-Americans at South High need a safe environment in which to learn

School officials, police, Somali community leaders and parents all have roles to play.

by Ibrahim Hirsi

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February 22, 2013 12:00 AM

What’s your pick for best picture of 2012?

The Academy Awards will air on Sunday. Today’s Question: What’s your pick for best picture of 2012?

by Eric Ringham

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February 21, 2013 10:05 PM

Vikings get one more season in Metrodome

The Metrodome will be coming down in about a year. The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority said it is officially telling the Vikings that the

by Tim Nelson

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February 21, 2013 9:43 PM

Park revises 2012 Isle Royale female wolf total

Isle Royale National Park's gray wolves apparently don't have a gender gap after all.

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