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Minnesota man develops games to help kids learn Ojibwe culture and language
Cards and puzzles give Native American youngsters a chance to speak Ojibwe.
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To help his riders, Twin Cities Uber and Lyft driver goes the extra mile
Mark Daigle of Minnetonka pays for people's rides, gets them to safety if needed — and more.
Agriculture
Minnesota apple orchard gives away its hogs and sheep to help new farmers
The owners of Hoch's Orchard want to retire. So they're giving away some livestock to two beginning farmers in the hopes of keeping local agriculture alive.
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With input from Minnesotans, African native invigorates his homeland
Humble beginnings led to international influence.
East Metro
World War II veteran from Woodbury hits the 100-year mark
Trained as a U.S. Army Air Corps gunner, he's part of a rapidly shrinking cohort of WWII vets who are still alive.
Local
Pride flag stolen in West St. Paul sparks fundraising campaign
Couple want to buy Pride flags for others to fly in their neighborhood and surrounding communities.
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Retiring Minneapolis teacher 'Ms. Jean' has offered a living lesson in caring
School to salute "Ms. Jean" Cerisier, who is "respected and revered" by her peers and students alike.
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'Crash! Bang! It Sank!' Minnesota preschoolers make own version of Titanic movie
The filmmakers — ages 3 to 6 — began their project when one student brought in a photo of the ship for show and tell.
Minneapolis
Twin Cities mentorship program celebrates boys and teens investing in hope
Boys of Hope pairs students with professional adults who help steer them to college.
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How do you decide how to give? These Minnesotans practice Effective Altruism
The practice aims to save lives using logic — but why is it so controversial?
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Former Vikings star's daughter wants to help other families tell their stories
Filmmaker and author Maya Washington has designed a program on making a creative project.
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