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Why industry groups think federal broadband dollars could go to waste
State’s ‘challenge’ process added thousands of new locations that are potentially eligible for funds, but some providers aren’t sold on the program.
The Glean: Latest headlines from around Minnesota
Vikings sign former Giants QB Daniel Jones
Plus: Shoppers falling out of love with Target; appellate court judge rules Deandre Turner was deprived of a fair trial; 20 absentee ballots in Scott County mistakenly tossed in the trash; and more.
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Does the Mall of America lack a central heating system?
That’s accurate. Instead, the largest mall in the U.S. draws heat from passive solar energy along with lighting, store fixtures and bodies.
A new flight path and album for Minneapolis musician Eric Mayson
With the release of “Rerun,” songwriter and flight instructor reflects on his career choices.
Trump’s ‘EV mandate’ message may have helped him win Michigan
The president-elect frequently warned Michigan voters that electric cars would ruin the auto industry. Polls suggest that message helped sway public opinion.
Thank you for supporting MinnPost for Give to the Max Day
With 293 members stepping up to raise over $21,000, the message is clear: Minnesotans still support nonprofit news!
Tuesday’s cannabis lottery delayed as lawsuits against OCM sent to state’s Court of Appeals
State lawyers suggest social equity process and lottery could be canceled, with all applicants in one lottery next year.
‘Broadcast Wars’ chronicles halcyon days of TV journalism in the Twin Cities
Don Shelby, Pat Miles and other well-known anchors from the era appear in Cathy Wurzer’s TPT documentary.
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Commentary and opinion
Thankful for the natural world and all it provides
Indigenous peoples understand that humans are a part of the natural world, not separate from or in charge of it.
Students need more educational choices after high school
A bachelor’s degree isn’t the only route to a good job, but college alternatives like technical education have a complicated history.
Road diets are good for business and quality of life
It’s a wrongheaded talk radio staple to blame taxes on bike lanes, crosswalks.
We can curb the lead exposure that continues to harm immigrant communities
Minneapolis could help by adopting stricter policies, such as mandatory lead inspections for rental units.
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