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Cathy Wurzer
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Little Falls bus driver who delivered meals now awaits students' return

Little Falls bus driver who delivered meals now awaits students' return

Back in March, when COVID-19 forced schools to shut down, Melanie Van Alst delivered meals — and sometimes homework — to homebound students who attend Little Falls Community Schools. But in November, when COVID-19 cases spiked in the region, the district switched to distance learning, and bus drivers were no longer needed.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Another legislative session looms on Zoom

Another legislative session looms on Zoom

Lawmakers have been working remotely for months due to the pandemic, but the increased workload of a budget session presents new challenges that still need to be worked out, including how members of the public can interact with lawmakers.
by Tim Pugmire

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MSU Mankato addresses hunger on campus with free groceries now, food pantry in the spring

MSU Mankato addresses hunger on campus with free groceries now, food pantry in the spring

As COVID-19 continues to exacerbate the needs of people in Minnesota, including food access and hunger, those problems can also be found on college campuses. At Minnesota State University, Mankato, the college is stepping in to feed its students.
by Hannah Yang

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Sauk Centre offers COVID-19 hospital workers a show of support

Sauk Centre offers COVID-19 hospital workers a show of support

Last month, the CentraCare health system in central Minnesota announced it would shift its hospital in Sauk Centre to caring almost exclusively for patients with COVID-19. It was a big change for health care workers and residents of the close-knit town.
by Kirsti Marohn

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In blizzard's wake, bitter cold grips Minnesota

In blizzard's wake, bitter cold grips Minnesota

Blowing snow will continue to re-cover roadways that may have been cleared by plows. Travel conditions will remain dangerous across Minnesota into early Thursday. Meanwhile, a wind chill advisory is in effect for most of Minnesota through the morning.
by MPR News Staff

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The Minnesota roots of Pixar's 'Soul'

The Minnesota roots of Pixar's 'Soul'

Both co-directors of Pixar’s latest movie have Minnesota connections. It’s the story of a jazz musician’s struggle to get back to Earth after a fatal accident just minutes after getting a gig he’s been seeking his entire life. Like previous Pixar films, it works both on a child and adult level, and both Pete Docter and Kemp Powers say there is a certain amount of Minnesota in the film.
by Euan Kerr

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Minnesota’s top bear expert retires

Dave Garshelis stepped down last month from his role as the DNR’s bear project leader. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer talked with Garshelis about what he’s learned over the years, and what comes next.
by Cathy Wurzer

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