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Proposed casino project stirs emotions in Otter Tail County

The 270-acre complex is proposed for the shore of Star Lake, home to sensitive wildlife breeding grounds, cabins in families for generations and a private hunting club used by some of Minnesota's oldest-money families.

Local

Ryder Cup traffic building quickly, slowing commute on Hwy. 169

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World

Obama: Peres won his wars but understood the need for peace

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Local

Vikings to try dedicated skyway as a way to tackle postgame congestion

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Local

Target shifts its giving strategy, promotes the power of play

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Lawmakers ask Wells Fargo CEO: 'Why shouldn't you be in jail?'
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Striking nurses to vote Monday on new contract offer by Allina

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The negotiating team representing striking Allina Health hospital nurses has no recommendation for Monday's vote, according to a union statement.

Sports

Let 'er rip: It's tee time at the Ryder Cup at Hazeltine

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Variety

Largest U.S. exhibition of Cuban art in 70 years coming to Walker

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Sweeping changes put the Mississippi River at risk

Coming Sunday: It is North America's greatest river. But in Minnesota, home to its headwaters, changes in the landscape are putting water quality at risk. Inside the race to protect the Mississippi.

Sports

Youth comes through for Twins in 7-6 victory over Royals

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Variety

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Sports

Live Blog: Follow all the action from the Ryder Cup

Local

State, students are surprised as Regency beauty schools close

Business

Single-family homes take a big jump in September construction

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Beach Boys genius Brian Wilson dishes on memoir, Mpls. 'Pet Sounds' concert

Opinion

Effort to tie local Republicans to Trump backfiring

Democratic strategists have found that tarring down-ticket Republicans with the scarlet T may hurt Clinton.

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Zimmer on the Giants: 'It'll be a great test for us'

03:03Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer and QB Sam Bradford spoke to the press about the upcoming game against the New York Giants. Bradford also talked about the chemistry he has with Kyle Rudolph.