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Sports
Trivia: Test Your Olympic Knowledge
From Michael Phelps winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to Nadia Comăneci receiving the first perfect 10 in 1976, there have been several unforgettable moments in Olymp...
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Local Connections
Julifest: Outdoor Polka Mass, Street Dance and More at St. Mark's
Julifest takes place for church members and the public July 28-29 at St. Mark Catholic Church in Shakopee. Saturday Night - Outdoor Polka Mass at 5 p.m. with Chuck ThielA street danc...
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Environment
Minnesotans Need to Keep Our Water and Air Clean
Summer is time to enjoy our wonderful Minnesota waterways. So this past weekend, my family and I participated in the Aquatennial Sandcastle Competition. We created an atypical sandcastle—...
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Summer
Streetcar Murder Mystery and Art Car Parade: Your Weekend Best Bets
Each week, we'll bring you Best Bets to make sure your summer weekend is put to good use. Public Theater of Minnesota Presents "Romeo and Juliet" Friday, July 20, 8 p.m. Ve...
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Summer
Voter Photo ID Amendment Goes before MN Supreme Court
The Minnesota Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday addressing whether the ballot question for this November's "voter photo ID” amendment is misleading. You can read briefs filed in ...
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Arts
Marvel at the 2012 Minnesota Renaissance Festival Preview Sunday
King Henry invites Mall of America guests to the Rotunda and Sears Court to preview the 42nd Minnesota Renaissance Festival on Sunday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Live entertain...
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The Neighborhood Files
Shakopee Woman to Compete in Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes Competition
Editor's Note: The following brief was prepared using information provided by the Minneapolis Aquatennial. Shakopee’s own Kjerstin Jovaag will compete in the Aquatennial Queen of th...
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Summer
Minnesota Resorts and Campgrounds Still Welcoming Summer Reservations
Minnesota’s many great resorts and campgrounds just completed a terrific 4th of July week and the Minnesota Resort & Campground Association wants to make sure that people know there a...