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Minnesota's Twin Cities Compared - Which One is Superior?
The Twin Cities are constantly lumped together. This probably won't come as a surprise to anyone reading this, but isn't it kind of annoying? I mean, we get it, they're similar in population and located right across the river from each other, but...
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Did Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg School District students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 science tests?
Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | Office of Gov. Tim WalzWillie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | Office of Gov. Tim Walz In Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg School District 33.8%...
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US The Bemidji Pioneer, Minn. Panel discussion to feature women in engineering Oct. 18
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Oct. 12—BEMIDJI — The Beltrami County History Center will host a panel discussion, "Designing the Future: Women in Engineering," at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the center, 130 Minnesota Ave. SW. The event will highlight achievements of women...
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Why on Earth Are Crows Banned As Pets in Minnesota?
You can own all sorts of strange and exotic animals in the state of Minnesota. In fact, you'd probably be shocked to find out exactly what your neighbors are keeping behind closed doors. Take a look at a few examples. Credit: Canva Credit: Canva...
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Panel discussion to feature women in engineering Oct. 18
BEMIDJI — The Beltrami County History Center will host a panel discussion, "Designing the Future: Women in Engineering," at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the center, 130 Minnesota Ave. SW. The event will highlight achievements of women in...
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Counterpoint | Actually, English majors are thriving at the University of Minnesota
Opinion editor’s note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of guest commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here.An Oct. 3 article was an important survey of challenges facing the liberal arts in Minnesota. But from our...
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Counterpoint | Minnesota humanities graduates thrive in meaningful careers
Opinion editor’s note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of guest commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here.The Oct. 3 article “With degree seekers in decline, liberal arts must prove value” paints a grim picture of shrinking...
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Coach Prime's daughter Shelomi Sanders gets a "lil crazy" during Purdue safety Myles Slusher's clutch moment vs. Minnesota
Purdue safety Myles Slusher had one of his best games for the Boilermakers during their narrow 27-20 loss to the Minnesota Golden Gophers in Week 7 of college football action. Slusher registered six tackles and one interception in the game....
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Mirror Life: A Scientific Fantasy and Possible Dangerous Reality
Synthetic biology offers many tantalizing possibilities, but scientists consider some projects too risky to pursue. / DBenitostock/Moment via Getty Images Synthetic cells could outcompete other living organisms − with dire consequences. By Dr....
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New Wildfire Detection Tech Aims To Protect Minnesota’s Forests
MINNEAPOLIS (WJON News) -- Artificial Intelligence is now helping to protect Minnesota from forest fires. Xcel Energy is installing the first AI-driven wildfire detection cameras in the state. The cameras will provide fast notification to first...
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Minnesotans make ‘Strides Against Breast Cancer’ at Mall of America
On Saturday, the Mall of America was filled with the color pink as people came together to make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Saturday was Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Day, where those affected by breast cancer,...
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5 Long-Gone Beasts That Once Roamed Minnesota
Not only is Minnesota the 'Land of Ten Thousand Lakes' but it's also the place where several unique species of wildlife call "home". However, there was once a time where animals like the Giant Ground Sloth and Mastodon roamed the Minnesota...
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Shadow Mountain Lake: A pristine Colorado mountain pool or a science experiment for fish?
Story first appeared in: SHADOW MOUNTAIN LAKE — The mountain views from the crisp blue water — of subalpine fir shot through with canary-yellow aspen below the sugar-dusted Continental Divide — are sublime. In still coves, all is mirrored...
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EtherealX aims to develop first medium-lift fully reusable rocket
Science News Bengaluru-based New Space startup EtherealX is aiming to develop the Razer Crest rocket. The two-stage to orbit launch vehicle is being designed for complete reusability. Illustration of the Razer Crest. (Image Credit: EtherealX). New...
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Minnesotans’ Military Appreciation Fund annual dinner
Minnesotans’ Military Appreciation Fund is excited to announce that General (Retired) Michael E. Kurilla will keynote the 2025 Annual Dinner. General Kurilla became the 15th commander of U.S. CENTCOM in April 2022 and recently relinquished command...
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Minnesota's first case of red crown rot of soybean confirmed
Red crown rot of soybean has been found for the first time in Minnesota, according to a University of Minnesota report on Thursday, Oct. 9. The disease was detected and confirmed in one field in southwestern Minnesota. This disease can cause...
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Q&A: Sue Abderholden on a career spent reshaping Minnesota mental health services
As head of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota, Sue Abderholden “brought the muscle of love to bear on our mental health systems,” said Kirsten Anderson, the executive director of AspireMN. Sue Abderholden in the NAMI Minnesota...
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Minnesota reaches deadline to comply with federal Title IX policies, what happens next?
The federal government threatened to cut funding to Minnesota if leaders don't comply with Title IX policies regarding transgender athletes. MINNEAPOLIS — Friday is the deadline for Minnesota to comply with federal policies barring transgender...
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Minnesota's measles case count jumps to 20
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Dakota County in Minnesota is reporting three new measles cases, bringing the state's total number this year to 20. The Minnesota Department of Health says each of the new cases involves unvaccinated children who likely caught measles from an...
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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded science MCA expectations in Parkers Prairie Public School District in 2023-24 school year?
Willie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | sahanjournal.comWillie Jett Commissioner of Education Minnesota Department of Education | sahanjournal.com In Parkers Prairie Public School District 34.4% of the students...
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