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After a huge fire wiped out a section of downtown Madelia, Minn., in February, street supervisor Mark Blekestad hung U.S. flags along Main Street.
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Businesses chose to stay in Madelia and rebuild, and people rallied to aid the recovery that has resulted in vibrant downtown.

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BRIAN PETERSON • brianp@startribune.com INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN - January 31-Feb. 2nd ] The Arrowhead 135 Ultra Marathon, from International Falls to Tower Minnesota, follows the scenic and rugged Arrowhead State Snowmobile Trail and attracts some of the best ultra-athletes in the world. Competitiers can Bike, run or ski the 135 mile race that challenges the body and the mind and presents participants with some of the coldest conditions in ultra marathon racing. (IN THIS PHOTO) Being alone and c

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Basketball Across Minnesota: Around the state, success for a number of girls teams is driven by siblings.

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The brothers tell congressional forum that the family, like many others, has suffered “deep distress.”

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Canoe, kayak or paddleboard: Your ultimate guide to getting connected to the water in the Twin Cities metro area, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro.

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