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126 birds on list 'lost to science'
Some birders continue to search for these elusive birds that have had no sightings for the past 10 years.
Local
![Mason Nadolney got his second COVID-19 vaccine shot during a mobile vaccine event at Chanhassen High School in July.](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/J7LEBWHZ57AFGZSTIR2WYOQJ3A.jpg?h=91&w=145&fit=crop&bg=999&crop=faces)
What to know about the latest COVID variants, Minnesota testing, vaccines
Expert advice on masking, testing, vaccines and boosters is evolving along with coronavirus variants. Here's the latest from Minnesota and the CDC.
High Schools
![Champlin Park volleyball player Carly Gilk posed for a photo by her mom, Shelley, when they arrived for the AMSA celebration at Target Field.](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/QPHJLQJMYJDLFMFTYKDONXWDQY.jpg?h=91&w=145&fit=crop&bg=999&crop=faces)
All-Metro Sports Awards: Here are the 2024 winners
The Star Tribune is recognizing the best of metro area high school athletes with its sixth annual All-Metro Sports Awards. Here are the 2024 winners.
Variety
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How popular is your name in Minnesota?
Track the popularity of any first name in Minnesota over the past century.