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Greater Minnesota

Lagging pull-tab revenue draws state Capitol scrutiny

Lagging pull-tab revenue draws state Capitol scrutiny

You might have thought the discussion of a new Vikings stadium at the Capitol was over last May. But the financing plan for the new stadium is off to a slow start, and the House Commerce Committee will assess its progress this week at the Capitol.
by Tim Nelson

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High Minn. land prices force aspiring farmers to sidelines

High Minn. land prices force aspiring farmers to sidelines

High land prices are making it difficult for young farmers. In one of the most volatile and expensive land markets in history, they generally don't have the financial resources to compete with established producers or investors. For those seeking a start, just renting a few acres is daunting.
by Mark Steil

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Preserving Ojibwe hymns means more than religious devotion

Preserving Ojibwe hymns means more than religious devotion

Music is a time honored part of worship in most religions. For many Ojibwe people in northern Minnesota, hymns are much more than an expression of religious devotion. They represent a unique piece of Ojibwe culture tribal that members are trying to preserve.
by Dan Gunderson

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In Duluth, a campaign to reduce sex trafficking of young girls

In Duluth, a campaign to reduce sex trafficking of young girls

Daily in Minnesota and across the country, young girls are bought and sold for sex. A group of advocates and law enforcement officials in Duluth is trying to increase awareness of the dangers and bring an end to the trafficking of girls.
by Dan Kraker

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Mille Lacs Band looks to purchase 2 hotels in St. Paul

Mille Lacs Band looks to purchase 2 hotels in St. Paul

The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe announced plans Tuesday to purchase two hotels in downtown St. Paul. If the deal goes through, it will give the bands ownership of nearly half of the capital city's downtown hotel rooms.
by Tim Nelson and Conrad Wilson

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$6 billion tab projected for Minnesota water line fixes

$6 billion tab projected for Minnesota water line fixes

In many Minnesota cities, water system are aging and in need of replacement. Recent major water main breaks have highlighted the massive labyrinth of underground pipes that delivers water to homes and businesses.
by Dan Kraker

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