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Jerry Carlson's Christmas Gift Giving Guide

Bob Hughes — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:27:54 +0000

Each year, Jerry Carlson provides us with a shopping list for any outdoors man, woman, or child. This year is again full of must haves!

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Groups Ask MN Supreme Court to Block Wolf Season

The Associated Press — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:08:40 +0000

Two groups have asked the Minnesota Supreme Court to block the state's wolf hunting and trapping season.

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Nature Conference Gives Students Hands-On Experience with Wildlife [PHOTOS]

Abby Faulkner — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:29:16 +0000

Over 200 7th and 8th grade students braved some cold temps to get a crash course in central Minnesota wildlife and conservation today.

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State Asks Court Not to Block Wolf Hunt

The Associated Press — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:52:45 +0000

State officials have asked the Minnesota Court of Appeals to reject an attempt by animal welfare groups to block the resumption of wolf hunting in the state.

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11 Homes Destroyed in NW Minn. Wildfire

The Associated Press — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 17:44:00 +0000

Officials have updated their damage figures from the wildfire that surrounded the northwestern Minnesota city town of Karlstad on three sides.

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St. Cloud's Mississippi River Quality Improving, Experts Say [AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:00:12 +0000

The Mississippi River is healthier than it was 40 years ago - but there are still concerns, and improvements to be made. That's the word from the "State of the River Report," presented Friday morning at St. Cloud City Hall.

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How To Buy And Train A Hunting Dog[AUDIO]

Bob Hughes — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 15:14:34 +0000

Tom Poorker discusses what to look for when you purchase your new best friend.

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Casting For A Cure Deadline Is Midnight Tonight

Bob Hughes — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:32:56 +0000

Find out how "Casting for a Cure" can help a lot of local people.

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US Steel, Steelworkers Reach Tentative Labor Deal

Abby Faulkner — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:14:52 +0000

U.S. Steel Corp. says it has reached a tentative agreement with the United Steelworkers of America on a three-year labor contract.

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When Dick Alford Calls, Turkeys Trot[AUDIO]

Bob Hughes — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:43:15 +0000

If you're a turkey hunter, check out what Dick Alford had to say!

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I Am Here For You

Bob Hughes — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:42:26 +0000

If you're not a part of "Two Cent Tuesday", perhaps you need to re-prioritize!

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Food Plots May Help Rack Up Success[AUDIO]

Bob Hughes — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 18:45:07 +0000

Todd Amenrud is one of the best in the business, and his tips are priceless!

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CENTRAL MN MADE: St. Martin Company a World Leader in Large-Scale Recycling [AUDIO, GALLERY]

Abby Faulkner — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 05:01:33 +0000

You probably don't know it, but Rotochopper, one of the world's premier raw materials recyclers, is right here in central Minnesota.

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Think Again If you Think You Know About Water [AUDIO]

Bob Hughes — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 17:33:13 +0000

As promised, the DNR's Beth Knutson had a lot to tell us about water and what is in it that most of us don't know.

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Sustainability Expo Being Held This Weekend at SCSU

Abby Faulkner — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:00:12 +0000

Earth Day weekend is almost here, and you're invited to learn about healthy living at the Sustainability Expo.

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Sherburne County Hosting Kids' Firearm Safety Day

Abby Faulkner — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:01:13 +0000

Kids with the proper certification can take part in Sherburne County's DNR youth firearms safety "All Range and Field Day."

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Energy-Efficient Winter Heating – The Better Business Bureau Weighs In

Abby Faulkner — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:00:34 +0000

A challenging economy continues to loom large, and the Better Business Bureau has some helpful suggestions on how to manage one of winter's biggest headaches - the cost of heating your home.

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Local Business Offers Acres of Do-It-Yourself Christmas Tree Cutting [AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 06:01:15 +0000

Selecting the perfect Christmas tree is a time-honored tradition for many families - but getting to select and cut one yourself is an experience unique to a handful of places in the state. B and J Evergreen Choose and Cut tree farm is one such place in central Minnesota.

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Xcel Investigates Monticello Nuclear Plant Shutdown

The Associated Press — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:48:27 +0000

Xcel Energy is investigating why its Monticello nuclear plant shut down.

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Seed Grant Funding Available for Green Energy Projects in Minnesota [AUDIO]

Abby Faulkner — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:01:42 +0000

There's a seed grant program offered by the Clean Energy Resource Teams, or CERTs, now accepting proposals for a variety of community-based green projects.

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