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Minnesota’s fall colors are moving south, and these six scenic destinations could make your next autumn road trip worth the drive.

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Minnesota’s Fall Color Is Moving South. 6 Places to Check Before This Weekend’s Drive

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Two-Thirds of Minnesotans Oppose New Mines Near the Boundary Waters. 6 Facts Behind the Poll

A new Minnesota poll finds 67% of likely voters oppose new mines near the Boundary Waters. Here are six facts behind the results.

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A New Video Store, an Art Crawl and a Zombie Pub Crawl Are Happening in the Twin Cities This Weekend

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