Tim Lyon

President Obama addressed The American Legion National Convention in Minneapolis today. He talked about job creation and the need to improve services for veterans returning from war. See photos from the President's speech, after the jump.

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Kida the Puggle is a playful girl looking for a new home. And she's up for adoption at the Tri County Humane Society in St. Cloud.

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Minnesota air show and commercial pilot Bryan Jensen has died after his stunt bi-plane crashed at a Kansas air show. Jensen performed at the Great Minnesota Air Show in July 2010 and lived in Lakeville.

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Martin the cat and Ella the American Staffordshire Terrier mix are ready to go home with you from the Tri-County Humane Society. Find out more about these great potential pets.

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Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty has dropped out of the race for President after taking third place in the Iowa straw poll. He announced his decision on ABC's "This Week" this morning.

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The latest issue of Newsweek examines Michele Bachmann's presidential bid. But the controversy has already started over whether Newsweek was trying to make the conservative candidate look crazy with their cover.

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Central Minnesota has produced a number of high-caliber athletes that have left their marks on the sports world. Pro athletes in baseball, football and hockey as well as college football and hockey coaches are represented in our top 10 list of famous sports figures and athletes from the St

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The Minnesota Dance Ensemble celebrated "National Dance Day" in St. Cloud Saturday with a flash mob at Lake George.

The group posted a video ahead of time for folks to learn the routine.

And here's the fruits of their effort, courtesy of Steven Sohlstrom of FlightFlash.com.

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The Tri-County Humane Society has more cats and kittens than they know what to do with. So they're holding a patriotic sale this month while giving you a chance to get a pet for a great price.

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Hot, muggy weather continues to smother Central Minnesota where the tropical heat and humidity will continue through Wednesday. And we could see strong to severe storms both today and Wednesday night.

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