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These Minnesotans' ordinary acts of kindness have made life a little easier during COVID
In our sixth and final installment of Heroes of the Pandemic, we turned these pages over to you, our readers, to tell us about regular people who made an impact.
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When COVID sent him home from school, school recruited him to work on the virus
When students at the University of Minnesota, Morris, were forced to finish their spring semester remotely because of the COVID-19 virus, Corbin McCall returned to St. Paul determined to deal with the situation in a positive way.
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Minnesota's National Black Police Association chapter boosts outreach in wake of George Floyd's death
The state group, one of 23 in the U.S., has also focused on mentoring and diversifying hiring as well as increasing mental health help for officers.
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Minneapolis Stairstep Foundation leader sees opportunities to rebuild in this difficult time
In the midst of a worldwide pandemic and cries for racial justice, his message seems particularly urgent and his comforting approach especially welcome.
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At 100, Bloomington scratchboarding artist keeps his hands busy
Glenn Pettit uses photographs from magazines and newspapers for inspiration.
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Nominate an everyday hero who performed a random act of kindness in the COVID pandemic
Share with us a few sentences about someone in your life who has lightened your load during this time.
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These Minn. teens can't vote, but they're helping to get others to the polls
High schoolers get other young people to the polls, even though they aren't old enough yet to vote.
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Minneapolis man creates Facebook page to inform others with disabilities about how to vote
Michael Sack, who has cerebral palsy and uses a motorized wheelchair, realizes that this foremost civic duty is easier for some than for others.
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Coney Island in Lake Waconia now open for hiking, picnics
The $1.5 million project is part of a larger project shaping Lake Waconia Regional Park.
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Minneapolis teen girl breaks down barriers to become a rare Eagle Scout
Isabella Tunney's weekend activities have been tied to her pursuit of earning all 137 merit badges — in categories ranging from American business to woodworking.
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Minnesota's Proof Alliance leader wants all pregnancies to be alcohol-free
Research has shown since 1974 that alcohol during pregnancy harms a developing fetus, but she learned most people "did not have the facts."
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On the front lines of COVID, Minnesota's first responders leap in despite unknown
Meet the first responders who were born to protect others, and will continue to provide security to our community long after the virus is gone.
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Twin Cities therapists emphasize need to prepare purposeful COVID 'bubbles' before winter
Experts concerned about single individuals left out of social circles.
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Read 'thank yous' to Minnesota's first responder heroes, written by you
Read "thank yous" to Minnesota's first responder heroes, written by you.
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George Floyd's death inspires Minnesota violinist to create 'video meditation'
"How Many Breaths?" will premiere online Sunday.
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New Hope co-parenting coach helps divorced moms and dads put kids first
Alysha Price is founder of the Price Dynamic, a professional family-coaching firm in New Hope that she founded in 2019.
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Phone calls help alleviate pandemic isolation for Minnesota's older adults
A new program builds bonds between volunteers and seniors: "We keep tabs on one another and that's good."
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Mpls. veterinarians offer free pet care to dogs and cats of owners facing homelessness
The pop-up clinic gives pets free basic medical care, including vaccinations and heartworm testing, as well as medications for skin and eye infections.
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Sanneh Foundation adds new athletic fields, dome for year-round sports in St. Paul
Sanneh Foundation's first-class facility gives St. Paul kids a leg up with sports.
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Avatars join effort to help Minnesota teachers identify worrisome behaviors in their students
During the pandemic, teachers face a doubly tough task of identifying students — mostly behind screens instead of desks — showing signs of psychological distress.
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