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October 17, 2014 8:58 AM

Dakota Jazz Club hosts vocalist Evingson for CD release concert

Today's Morning Edition music features the latest record by jazz vocalist and Minneapolis native Connie Evingson.

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October 17, 2014 8:42 AM

Sinker says: Gopher defense is a key factor in team's success

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about the University of Minnesota's football team and its season so far.

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October 17, 2014 8:21 AM

Progressive play on the (Green) Line

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with artist Ashley Hanson about a unique performance on Saturday along University Avenue that involves light rail and multiple stops.

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October 17, 2014 7:59 AM

Winter forecast: NOAA says no polar vortex, almanac disagrees

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with climatologist Mark Seeley about the weather this weekend and the forecast for the coming winter.

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October 16, 2014 11:00 AM

Osterholm: Ebola focus should be on West Africa, not Dallas

MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with infectious disease expert Michael Osterholm about the virus here in the U.S. and in West Africa.

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October 16, 2014 8:59 AM

Elvis did better on the Hayride than he did at the Opry

An appearance on the Louisiana Hayride provides redemption for a young Elvis Presley.

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October 16, 2014 4:00 AM

In Lin Enger's new novel, conflict hangs over the Minnesota prairie

The Moorhead writer's new book, "The High Divide," mixes the excitement and harsh realities of westward expansion with lingering losses of war.

by Euan Kerr

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October 16, 2014 4:00 AM

Key suburban districts may decide control of Minnesota House

Democrats hold a 12-seat advantage after their wins in 2012. Republicans must win seven of those seats back this year to be the majority.

by Tim Pugmire

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October 15, 2014 9:08 AM

Dylan's handwritten lyrics from 1967 inspire today's musicians

Today's Morning Edition music features the song "Spanish Mary" which is one track from an upcoming album based on recently uncovered lyrics handwritten by Bob Dylan.

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October 14, 2014 8:57 AM

Varsity Theater hosts Field Report, Communion tour

Today's Morning Edition music features the Milwaukee-based Field Report with "Home (Leave the Lights On) — a song off their record Marigolden.

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