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Minnesota News

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Should lawmakers create a statewide standard for frac sand mining?

In hydraulic fracturing, a sand made from quartz rock plentiful in our region is blasted into shale rock to extract oil and natural gas. Skyrocketing demand for frac sand, a key ingredient in North Dakota’s energy boom, is creating a gold rush in the hills of southeast Minnesota and southwest Wisconsin. Local communities have regulated…
by Michael Olson

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Frac sand mining raises environmental, health concerns in SE Minnesota

Frac sand mining raises environmental, health concerns in SE Minnesota

Minnesota's abundant supply of high-quality frac sand is causing some turmoil. Local governments in southeastern Minnesota are preparing for a number of new permit applications to build or expand mines and processing plants for the special silica sand. Many area residents are concerned about possible environmental or health impacts. Industry representatives say they are addressing the concerns, but some state officials are encouraging caution.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Has the growing role of money in elections changed the quality of the candidates?

A record-setting $1.92 billion was spent on political advertising during the 2012 campaign season. The spending is up nearly 30 percent from the previous presidential election cycle. Today’s Question: Has the growing role of money in elections changed the quality of the candidates?
by Michael Olson

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Minneapolis South High officials look to move beyond brawl

Minneapolis South High officials look to move beyond brawl

Classes were in session Friday at Minneapolis South High School, the day after a lunch room brawl involving hundreds of students. School officials say they are trying to move beyond yesterday's fight, which some students say was caused by racial tension at the school. The incident has other districts examining how they respond to problems among groups of students.
by Tim Post

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Minn. trappers see boom year as fur prices rise

Minn. trappers see boom year as fur prices rise

Nearly 10,000 people bought trapping licenses this season in the state, more than any time in the past 25 years. The industry is controversial for some, and for others, a way of life.
by Tom Robertson

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What’s the worst experience you’ve ever had on vacation?

Passengers on the disabled cruise ship Triumph had to endure days at sea with limited power, malfunctioning toilets and no ventilation. Today’s Question: What’s the worst experience you’ve ever had on vacation?
by Eric Ringham

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