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By Jamie Hutt

January 22, 2016 at 7:40PM
One of the most unique landscapes in S.E. Minnesota is the Weaver Dunes SNA near Kellogg. A remarkable mosaic of habitats exists within a relatively small area around the confluence of the Zumbro and Mississippi rivers. This sand terrace 10 miles long and three miles wide, formed by deposits from glacial melting, supports sand prairie, savanna and woodland communities.The American Museum of Natural History calls this dune region the most important place in the United States for Blanding's turtle
One of the most unique landscapes in S.E. Minnesota is the Weaver Dunes SNA near Kellogg. A remarkable mosaic of habitats exists within a relatively small area around the confluence of the Zumbro and Mississippi rivers. This sand terrace 10 miles long and three miles wide, formed by deposits from glacial melting, supports sand prairie, savanna and woodland communities.The American Museum of Natural History calls this dune region the most important place in the United States for Blanding's turtles. (Jamie Hutt/The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Blue Aster and a bee at Frontenac State Park in Minnesota. This photo was part of the Star Tribune State of Wonders series. Blue Aster and a bee at Frontenac State Park in Minnesota. This photo was part of the Star Tribune State of Wonders series.
Blue Aster and a bee at Frontenac State Park in Minnesota. This photo was part of the Star Tribune State of Wonders series. Blue Aster and a bee at Frontenac State Park in Minnesota. This photo was part of the Star Tribune State of Wonders series. (Jamie Hutt/The Minnesota Star Tribune)
The Harmony area of Fillmore County is home to Minnesota's largest Amish settlement, with 7 church districts and approximately 1,000 people. Here, Amish children walk to school north of Harmony.
The Harmony area of Fillmore County is home to Minnesota’s largest Amish settlement, with 7 church districts and approximately 1,000 people. Here, Amish children walk to school north of Harmony. (Jamie Hutt/The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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Jamie Hutt

Digital design director

Jamie Hutt is the digital design director, overseeing news design for the Minnesota Star Tribune's digital products. Hutt was a member of the team that developed the Minnesota Star Tribune’s first online service in 1994.

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