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National news briefs Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 9:00PMFired USDA worker will sue blogger
Capps coming, Ramos going Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:43PMThe Twins sent catching prospect Wilson Ramos to Washington in exchange for All-Star reliever Matt Capps.
Stocks fall Thursday amid uncertainty over the economy Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:26PMNEW YORK —Stocks ended an erratic day with a modest loss Thursday as investors tried to reconcile another batch of conflicting economic signals.
New hope on homes front Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:09PMA tighter supply of new homes in metro area and a rise in permits point to growing confidence.
SidCast: Favre's return, the Twins and Mankato Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:57PMThe Star Tribune's Chris Miller and Sid Hartman talk about Vikings training camp and MVP talk with the Twins.
30-year mortgages average 4.54 percent Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:57PMU.S. mortgage rates fell again in the past week, with the average rate on 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages furthering record lows, according to Freddie Mac's weekly survey released Thursday.
Idaho congressional candidate calls Michele Bachmann a 'visionary' Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:49PMBOISE, Idaho — U.S. House hopeful Raul Labrador further aligned himself with the tea party movement during a swing through Washington, D.C., by calling the Minnesota representative who heads the new Tea Party Caucus in Congress a "visionary leader."
Idea Behind New Mormon Ads Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:45PMA lot of people are talking about the commercials about Mormons and asking the same question: what is it all about?
Some Minn. nurses say union made illegal threats Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:45PMWhile thousands of Twin Cities nurses were on the picket line June 10, nurses Karen Hermann and Maria Ruhl were on the job
Grandma's recipe was just the beginning Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:39PMFrom lefse to sushi to camping trailers, entrepreneurship runs in the family.
Zebra Mussels Found In Lake Minnetonka Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:56PMZebra mussels have found their way to Lake Minnetonka.
Grants Aim to Get Jobless Vets Working Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:25PMIt's the help thousands of homeless and jobless Minnesota Vets have been waiting for. A U-S department of Labor grant aims to give our war heroes proper job training to help them succeed in civilian careers. The grant could put 42 unemployed veterans back to work in Northern Minnesota.
Jackson ready if Favre is no-show Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:21PMThe backup quarterback is prepared to lead the Vikings, and says he has learned from a season on the sidelines.
GetAbout Columbia trail projects delayed, but progressing Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:14PMCOLUMBIA — Despite delays, many of Columbia's trail projects are nearing completion. Whether it's rainy weather, engineering issues or paperwork required by the federal government, trail projects from both GetAbout Columbia and the Department of Parks and Recreation have lagged behind schedule — sometimes by more than a year. But several projects are under construction and are planned to be ...
$1 million challenge begins Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 8:12PMTwin City Hospital at Dennison has launched a campaign to raise $1 million from citizens to help the troubled facility regain its financial footing.
Bakery outlets save shoppers some dough Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:59PMLike a quality bread, the factory at 7350 Commerce Lane is rather hard and a bit crusty on the outside. The good part is
Any direction, something’s closed this weekend Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:36PMA smattering of traffic disruptions for construction will challenge Twin Cities motorists in the coming days. Among the most consequential is located at the Fish Lake interchange in Maple Grove, where concrete rehab work is scheduled.
North Memorial Health Care: Tough road to recovery Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:29PMAfter averting a nurses strike, a north-metro hospital struggles to regain its footing.
DIA south terminal designs to be unveiled Thursday Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:25PMSpanish architect Santiago Calatrava on Thursday will unveil designs for the first phase of a redevelopment of Denver International Airport's south terminal area.
Vikings training camp info Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 7:06PM• This is the team's 45th summer inMankato.
Target Corp. defends political donation Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 2:02AMST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp. Tuesday defended the use of its new freedom to spend money on political campaigns as employees and gay organizations criticized a $150,000 donation that will help a Minnesota GOP gubernatorial candidate who opposes gay marriage.
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Guv bats for tightening security apparatus Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 1:32AMItanagar, Jul 28 : Arunachal Pradesh Governor Gen (Retd) JJ Singh has underscored the need to strengthen security measures in the state for creating a congenial atmosphere for the people.
Target backing gays, gay-marriage foe Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:04AMTarget Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its Minneapolis headquarters that the company's support of the gay community is "unwavering.
Target CEO defends Minnesota political donations Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:04AMST. PAUL, Minn. — Target Corp.’s CEO today defended the discount retailer’s political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state’s Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its Minneapolis headquarters that the company’s support of the gay community is “unwavering.”
Fixit: Canning jars; neither butter nor plastic Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 11:56PMhttp://www.JewishWorldReview.com | (MCT) Q: Where can I find 4-ounce canning jars? My fruits and berries are ripening, and I want to store them in small containers.
Delano area calendar Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 11:35PMDelano Farmers Market NOW TO OCT. - The Delano Farmers Market, located on the corner of Highway 12 and County Line Road in the Flippin' Bills' parking lot, is open from 2 to 6 p.m., Wednesdays from May through October. The Farmers' Market is local farmers selling fresh, locally grown produce and other products, including breads, fruits, jams, honey, maple syrup, eggs, beef products, Kettle Korn ...
Former Teacher's Aid Arrested for DWI on Way to Work Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 11:08PMA former Twin Cities teacher's aide was arrested on her way to work, accused of driving drunk. 38-year-old Sarah Bjerke was headed to Crosswinds Middle School in Woodbury the morning of July 22nd when she was pulled over.
Golf Capsules: One major finally in hand, Creamer wants more Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:57PMPaula Creamer still plays with a bandage. What she no longer plays with is a burden.
Wisconsin again loses bid for Race to the Top funds Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 10:29PMWisconsin lost out for a second time Tuesday in its bid to win more than $200 million in federal education grant money under the Race to the Top program.
Target Corp. defends Minn. political donation Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:12PMST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Target Corp. on Tuesday defended the use of its new freedom to spend money on political campaigns as employees and gay organizations criticized a $150,000 donation that will help a Minnesota GOP gubernatorial candidate who opposes gay marriage.
Sullivan prepares for camp with heavy heart Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 7:11PMThe key cog in the offensive line suffered the loss of his father during the offseason.
Strong Band Of Storms Roll Across Minnesota Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:56PMIn addition to heat advisories, severe weather watches and warnings have been issued as a strong line of storms move across Minnesota.
Gubernatorial Race Spending Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:25PMTwo weeks before the primary, the numbers are in for the Minnesota gubernatorial race spending.
Fishing part of the bond between dad and daughter Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:00PMAs a girl, Briana Rottach often fished with her dad, Gary, from the shores of Twin Cities lakes. Briana, now 31, recalls fondly her memories of those good times.
Target's CEO defends donation to GOP hopeful Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 5:59PMST. PAUL, Minn. | Target Corp.'s CEO on Tuesday defended the discount retailer's political donations to a Minnesota group helping the state's Republican candidate for governor, telling employees at its Minneapolis headquarters that the company's support of the gay community is "unwavering." Chief Executive Gregg Steinhafel said gay employees have ...
Ramsey County: Tornado Watch Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 5:49PMBlaine, Cambridge, Center City, Chaska, Chippewa Falls, Durand, Eau Claire, Faribault, Gaylord, Hastings, Hudson, Hutchinson, Ladysmith, Le
State education employee's role in contract questioned Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 5:34PMOfficials are reviewing the role Minnesota's former deputy education commissioner had in a state contract.
Sultry summer Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 5:26PMFrom drinking plenty of fluids while working in the sun to splashing in the lake, Minnesotan’s found a variety of ways to cope with the heat on a sultry, July afternoon.
Sidelines Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:41AMLanger, Pavin tied for early British lead CARNOUSTIE, Scotland (AP) — American Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin shot a second straight 2-under 69 Friday to share the second-round lead with Bernhard Langer of Germany at the Senior British Open.
Univ. of Va. puts out Faulkner audio archives Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:34AMRICHMOND, Va. — Fans of Southern literature have read William Faulkner for decades. Now they can hear the author speak.
Wisconsin woman dies after mower traps her underwater Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:34AMFAIRBANKS, Wis. — A Shawano County woman has died after her lawnmower tipped over, trapping her under the surface of a pond.
10 killed in mass panic at Germany's Love Parade Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:21AMBERLIN — German police say that 10 people were killed and 15 others injured when mass panic broke out in a tunnel at the Love Parade.
Bonnie barely a tropical depression in Gulf Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:21AMMIAMI — Bonnie is barely a tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico and the storm with winds near 30 mph is not expected strengthen as it heads toward the site of the blown-out oil well.
Gen. McChrystal retires in military ceremony Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:20AMWASHINGTON — After 34 years in the Army, Gen. Stanley McChrystal left behind legions of admirers and the prospect his reputation as a ferocious fighter would one day eclipse the costly comments that appeared in Rolling Stone.
Holy Horology Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 9:32AMEverything began by a ‘mass’ or ‘service’ on Tuesday April 10, the day before the opening of BaselWorld. At the end of the day, a small el-egant crowd gathered at the Elizabethan Kirche in Basel, squeezing together on the church benches under the high and colourful stained glass windows.
Minnesota Timberwolves GM David Kahn Fined For Discussing Michael Beasley's Pot Habit Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 9:11AMNEW YORK -- The NBA fined Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations David Kahn $50,000 on Friday for his radio remarks about power forward Michael Beasley 's past marijuana use.
Photographer seeks Waterloo smoochers Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 8:35AMWATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — A Minnesota photographer is asking volunteers to kiss for the camera.
Gov. Pawlenty wraps up Middle East trip with visit to Afghanistan Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 8:19AMGov. Tim Pawlenty concluded a trip to the Middle East this week with a visit to Afghansistan, where he was part of a delegation that met with Gen. David Petraeus before visiting with Minnesota soldiers and heading home.
What DNC in Minneapolis Means for MN? Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:31PMTwo years after the world focused in on St. Paul for the Republican National Convention, many now question whether it worth it as the Twin Cities could once again be at center stage for the next the presidential election.