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At the eye of the COVID-19 storm

At the eye of the COVID-19 storm

An MPR News examination of more than 9,000 pages of documents shows who was putting pressure on DFL Gov. Tim Walz during the COVID-19 emergency and how the administration reacted. The governor’s handling of the crisis is sure to be an issue in next year’s campaign.
by Brian Bakst

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New Native-led grant program targets philanthropy inequity

New Native-led grant program targets philanthropy inequity

Nationwide, less than 0.3 percent of philanthropy goes to Native American groups. A Duluth-based foundation is taking aim at that inequity with a new project that's designed to support the work of Native people who are already working to help their communities.
by Dan Kraker

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Art exhibit is a COVID retreat with layers of meaning

Art exhibit is a COVID retreat with layers of meaning

When artist Candice Lin looked for ways to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, she began building. The resulting structure — part tent, part retreat and part history lesson — is now on display at the Walker Art Center. 
by Euan Kerr

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Extreme drought expanding rapidly in Minnesota, but some relief may be near

Extreme drought expanding rapidly in Minnesota, but some relief may be near

There are a few rain chances in the forecast through early next week that will help slow the worsening drought and may even bring some spots slight improvements in the dry conditions.
by Nicole Mitchell

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Cows go to market as pastures dry up

Cows go to market as pastures dry up

The worsening drought is affecting farmers and ranchers across much of the state. Many ranchers are watching pastures wither and turn brown. They’re trying to find enough feed to last through the winter. Some are already selling cattle they know they won’t be able to feed.
by Dan Gunderson

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Art Hounds recommend magical, challenging theater and art

Art Hounds recommend magical, challenging theater and art

A new play “Aquilarres” weaves a magical political fantasy set during the Spanish Inquisition. A contemporary Minneapolis art show cedes everyone “the right to their own dystopinion.” Screen prints by Mai Tran reflect images from Vietnam and Mankato, Minn.
by Emily Bright

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Senate DFLers seek outside look at harassment claim

Senate DFLers seek outside look at harassment claim

A former staff member says her request that the Senate investigate a harassment claim went nowhere. DFL leaders who the woman says failed to adequately remedy the situation now have requested an outside investigation.
by Brian Bakst

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Without emergency powers, local leaders respond to latest COVID wave

Without emergency powers, local leaders respond to latest COVID wave

COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in Minnesota and across the country, but with most restrictions lifted and Gov. Tim Walz’s emergency powers gone, the response to this latest spike is in the hands of local leaders and businesses.
by Peter Cox

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