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Dozens of volunteers spent their Saturday scrubbing seats and sorting equipment at Minnesota's State Street Theater, bringing new life to a beloved community space. From retired teachers to high school students, people of all ages showed up to help keep the historic venue running.
A clean energy experiment buried beneath Minnesota in the 1980s is finally becoming reality. Now 850 new homes will be heated and cooled by water stored deep underground, slashing emissions by up to 74%.
Minnesota is expanding its electric vehicle charging network beyond major highways with $41 million in funding that could bring 40 new fast-charging stations to underserved areas. The move comes as the state's EV population has jumped from 9,000 to 90,000 since 2018.
After a devastating windstorm destroyed 9 million trees in Minnesota, one man is using free mulch from the debris to grow a thriving new forest. Robert Saxton has planted over 8,000 trees on his property, transforming damaged land into a biodiverse sanctuary. ##
A once-divided Minnesota town now opens its doors to Indigenous riders honoring 38 Dakota men executed in 1862. Volunteers in New Ulm are transforming painful history into meaningful reconciliation.
Minnesota is paying landowners up to 75% of tree planting costs to transform old farmland into thriving forests. The program could help thousands of acres become wildlife havens while protecting communities from floods and droughts.
A Minnesota fitness trainer created a program that helps breast cancer survivors regain physical strength and find community after treatment. The free classes have become one of the most popular offerings for local survivors navigating their recovery journey.
Minnesota just made life a little sweeter for seniors by letting nursing homes host happy hours without needing a liquor license. An 88-year-old resident's viral testimony helped make it happen.
A new partnership between Google and Xcel Energy will bring nearly 2,000 megawatts of carbon-free power to Minnesota's grid while protecting current customers from higher costs. The agreement sets a new standard for how tech companies can support clean energy goals without burdening local ratepayers. #
New forests are rising from the ashes in Minnesota where last year's Munger Shaw fire destroyed hundreds of acres. Thanks to a partnership between St. Louis County and Minnesota Power, 40,000 pine seedlings now dot the scorched landscape.
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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
A Temple University researcher discovered a wildflower species that exists nowhere else on Earth, hiding in plain sight in New Jersey's Pine Barrens for thousands of years. The finding could secure new protections for the rare plant.
The University of Minnesota just opened an AI Hub to drive innovation across education, agriculture, and medicine while keeping ethics front and center. The new center will train students and work with state leaders to ensure AI benefits every Minnesota community.
New York is adjusting its climate strategy with a new 2040 emissions reduction goal, balancing environmental progress with economic realities. The state remains committed to its 2050 net-zero target while creating a more achievable path forward.
A PhD student spotted an unusual shark crawling along the seafloor in Papua New Guinea and realized she'd found a species new to science. The discovery adds to our understanding of these unique paddle-finned creatures that "walk" across coral reefs.
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.
Minnesota utilities are installing "neurons" on power lines that collect real-time data, allowing more clean electricity to flow without building new infrastructure. The smart sensors could help solar and wind power reach more homes faster.
A newly visible comet is gracing New Zealand skies this month, giving Kiwis a rare chance to witness a cosmic visitor. While faint now, the comet is expected to climb higher throughout May.
A federal judge ruled that 5,600 refugees in Minnesota cannot be arrested while waiting for their green cards, protecting families who came to America legally seeking safety. The decision preserves the promise that refugees can build new lives without fear.
After discovering a family friend created nonconsensual deepfake images of her and 80 other women, Molly Kelley spent two years fighting for a new law. Minnesota just became the first state to ban nudification apps entirely, targeting the tools themselves instead of just the people who misuse them.
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