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April 5, 2013 8:30 AM

Read this before you ‘collar a nod’ or ‘grab a hot’

The reward for audience members from Penumbra's production of "Spunk," is to hear how our common language can be adapted and used with cleverness and intelligence to express the range of emotions that shape the human condition.

by Dan Olson

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April 5, 2013 6:00 AM

Study ranks Minneapolis-St. Paul #5 in accessibility to jobs by car in 2010

Which city is most accessible to jobs by car?

by Jessica Mador

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April 5, 2013 2:00 AM

C.S. McCrossan takes bid protest to Dayton’s staff

Governor's staff to discuss St. Croix bridge contract

by Jessica Mador

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April 4, 2013 12:04 PM

Minneapolis moves to legalize flea markets

Outdoor flea markets could begin popping up around Minneapolis this summer under a new ordinance approved today by a city council committee.

by Curtis Gilbert

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April 4, 2013 9:29 AM

Twin Cities buildings get kudos for saving energy

Several Minneapolis and St. Paul office buildings are being recognized for cutting down their electricity use through changes such as LED lighting and upgraded ventilation systems.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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April 4, 2013 8:03 AM

Who is Tim Holden, and why is he running for St. Paul mayor?

Tim Holden is currently the sole challenger to St. Paul mayor Chris Coleman, who announced yesterday he's seeking a third term.

by Curtis Gilbert

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April 4, 2013 7:34 AM

“Ban the Box” efforts gaining traction

Legislative efforts to restrict employers from asking job applicants about their criminal histories are advancing at the Capitol.

by Laura Yuen

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April 1, 2013 2:00 AM

How useful are the Parent Aware ratings?

A state ratings system for early-education options is giving most participating providers the highest ranking possible.

by Laura Yuen

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March 27, 2013 10:45 AM

Hennepin County takes in 3 tons of unwanted meds in program’s first year

A Hennepin County program that collects unwanted medication received 6,700 pounds of medicine in its first year.

by Madeleine Baran

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March 27, 2013 7:00 AM

“You have stuff. Give it to someone who needs it.”

The Bloomington-based charity takes tables, sofas, chairs, lamps and other stuff, and gives them to poor people.

by Dan Olson

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