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It didn't take long for this stray cat to find a way into a Minneapolis man's heart
But the cat soon went missing and it's like they're saying we're not good enough, that there is a better life out there.
Home & Garden
'Dirty Jobs' host: 'People think I'm a guy who can fix everything, but I'm not'
TV's Mike Rowe took viewers to a lot of grungy places. Now he's making the case for skilled labor.
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30-Day Sleep Challenge: Try these four hacks to help you sleep
Power naps — whether at your desk or in a fancy pod — are just one of the most popular sleep hacks that local experts suggest.
Home & Garden
A sleek new house makes the most of its sweet spot in Golden Valley
After finding their ideal site in Golden Valley, a couple built a home that makes the most of its attributes.
Stage & Arts
Musical 'Groundhog Day' won't see the light at Ordway this summer
Partnerships to defray expense of $1 million production fell through.
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Minnesota's Northernettes are taking synchronized skating to the next level
The Northernettes Synchronized Skating team, which has junior, novice and juvenile teams, is competing at the national level.
Music
Cancer survivor Joe Henry uplifts with artful songs and reaffirming words in Minneapolis
He kicked off his first tour since beating his cancer death sentence with a nourishing night of humanity.
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How the Twin Cities could be designed for winter livability
A few humble street corners show us how to create a "patio culture" year-round.
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Sound Advice: Low-priced action camera still highly recommended
Plus: Tips for how to evaluate soundbars.
Eat & Drink
5 best things our food critic ate in the Twin Cities this week
Restaurant critic Rick Nelson highlights the favorites of his recent dining-out schedule.
Books
REVIEW: 'Citizen Reporters,' by Stephanie Gorton
NONFICTION: The rise and fall of a great magazine during America's Gilded Age.
Books
REVIEW: 'Amnesty,' by Aravind Adiga
FICTION: Aravind Adiga spins a literary page-turner that illuminates the illegal immigration crisis.
Books
REVIEW: 'The Splendid and the Vile,' by Erik Larson
NONFICTION: "The Splendid and the Vile" is a compelling account of how Britain fought off doom at the beginning of World War II.
Books
REVIEW: 'Village of Scoundrels,' by Margi Preus
YOUNG ADULT: Based on a true story, Margi Preus' "Village of Scoundrels" is set in a small French town during World War II.
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