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Minnesota hops farm gets a mighty expansion
Eric Sannerud and Ben Boo are about to own the largest hops farm in the state. They recently courted $4.6 million in investment for Mighty Axe Hops, buying 80 acres in Foley.
More absentee voting options in Minnesota than ever in this year's election
Minnesotans can begin voting in this year's general election one week from Friday, in the first presidential election year that voters can request absentee ballots without providing an excuse for why they can't get to a polling place.
Striking Allina nurse says more than health coverage at stake
Some 400 Allina nurses have returned to work while more than 4,200 continue their open-ended strike. A striking nurse and negotiator tells MPR News the concerns go beyond what health plans the nurses can choose.
Rainy September continues wet trend
Some parts of southern Minnesota have already received a month's worth of rain.