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Eight small Minnesota school districts just handed out over $710,000 in scholarships to 156 graduating seniors, funded entirely by local businesses, families, and community groups. It's proof that rural communities take care of their own.
A Minnesota photographer created a powerful portrait session celebrating one breast cancer survivor's journey of strength and healing. The 2026 Breast Cancer Survivor Project turns personal triumph into lasting art.
University of Minnesota researchers are testing a promising clay-based treatment that could finally tackle the toxic algae blooms plaguing lakes and ponds across America. The innovative approach has already shown lab success and could scale up to help massive lakes like Erie.
A new 3,800-square-foot gaming lounge at Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport just introduced America's first robotic bartender inside an airport lounge. Portal Lounge is turning boring layovers into entertainment hubs with gaming stations, local-inspired cocktails, and high-tech hospitality.
A groundbreaking University of Minnesota study flips the script on poverty and the environment. Wealthier developing countries could actually use less farmland and protect more natural habitats.
A Minnesota cancer survivor launched a free exercise program for patients, and one year later, clinical data proves it's making a measurable difference. Aaron Leventhal's Fit Studio pilot program is giving hope to those fighting the disease. #
For 49 days, thousands of Reddit users voted daily to eliminate US states one by one in a hilariously heated geography contest. Oregon emerged victorious after an intense final showdown with Minnesota.
Minnesota just proved clean energy works at scale, generating more than half its electricity from carbon-free sources for six straight years. The state is now crushing national averages while racing toward a fully clean grid by 2040.
A new electric transmission backbone across Minnesota and South Dakota will generate over $2 billion in economic activity and support nearly 5,000 jobs during construction alone. The PowerOn Midwest project promises to transform the region's energy capacity while delivering $1.2 billion in property tax revenue over 35 years.
The iconic "Grace" painting found in thousands of homes started as a 1918 photograph with surprising secrets. The real story behind the image makes its message of gratitude even more powerful.
A team of 14 Dutch university students is traveling 4,000 miles to compete in Minnesota's solar car challenge with a hand-built vehicle that just won a world championship. Their solar-powered car can hit 80 mph and features a design so unique it had to be tested in one of Europe's largest wind tunnels.
As electric vehicles flood America's roads, first responders are learning specialized skills to handle the rare but unique challenges of EV fires. One Minnesota expert is leading the charge to keep communities safe.
When a Minnesota cemetery lost its only full-time employee, volunteers stepped up to maintain 58 acres for families visiting loved ones. CHS employees in rain suits proved that community care still thrives.
Wisconsin native Josh Passolt just won the Slovakian Extraliga Championship after swapping North American hockey for a thriving career overseas. His journey proves success in sports doesn't follow just one path.
Two canoeists trapped in frigid waters were hoisted to safety in a bold nighttime helicopter rescue that marks a major milestone for Minnesota's air rescue team. Both paddlers made it out uninjured after strong currents left them stranded without gear or warm clothes.
When a canoe capsized in Minnesota's Boundary Waters, two stranded paddlers faced a cold night without gear until rescuers pulled off their first-ever nighttime helicopter hoist. The daring mission brought both canoers home safely.
Minnesota Twins legend Joe Mauer is praising Major League Baseball's new automated ball-strike challenge system, calling it a win for getting calls right. The technology is making the game fairer while keeping challenges quick and smooth.
A Minnesota startup just won an award for designing a lighter that won't quit, even in brutal wilderness conditions. The Radlighter solves the thumb-burning, glove-unfriendly problems outdoor enthusiasts face when starting campfires in harsh weather.
A Minnesota high school robotics team just shattered a state record that stood for over two decades, scoring 672 points in a single match. Their robot placed them in the top 1% worldwide after launching 346 balls in under two minutes.
Volunteers transformed Rotary Park in Moorhead by planting 300 native trees along the Red River's banks in a single day. The annual community event protects the river from erosion while creating shade for people and wildlife.
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