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• Appetites: Twin Cities home to numerous vibrant farmers markets
  It's time to talk farmers markets with Beth Dooley here on Appetites. She is the author of "Minnesota's Bounty: The Farmers' Market Cookbook."May 1, 2013
• Ten morsels from Michael Pollan
  Don't let yourself be intimidated by raw vegetables.The Daily Circuit, May 1, 2013
• Fans already want Metrodome souvenirs
  The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority, which operates the Metrodome, says it's received more than 50 requests for seats, signs, turf and other mementoes. Authority chairwoman Michele Kelm-Helgen says the requests vary.May 1, 2013
• Blackhawks beat Wild 2-1 in Game 1
  Bryan Bickell scored in overtime on a two-on-one rush, and the Chicago Blackhawks started the playoffs on a winning note after dominating the regular season, beating the Minnesota Wild 2-1 Tuesday night.May 1, 2013
• A master gardener offers spring tips
  As the weather finally starts to warm up, gardeners in Minnesota may be eager to get their hands in the dirt.The Daily Circuit, April 30, 2013
• Minn. Zoo hosts Amer. Sign Language Day
  Hundreds of students are expected to participate Today in the Minnesota Zoo's second annual American Sign Language Day.April 30, 2013
• Anglers spent $2.4 billion in Minn.
  Anglers who enjoy Minnesota's sky blue waters are still a powerful engine for the state's economy, according to new data from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.April 30, 2013
• New Vikings stadium might take cue from Beijing Olympics
  The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority has posted a draft Environmental Impact Statement for a new Vikings stadium up on its website, and it refers to the potential usage of ETFE, a polymer made famous as the translucent exterior of the aquatics center built in Beijing for the Olympics.April 30, 2013
• Blackhawks wary of Wild ahead of playoff series
  For all their accomplishments so far -- the record-breaking start, the Presidents' Trophy, the individual honors -- the Chicago Blackhawks know this is the time of year that will define their season. They said the same thing all along.April 30, 2013
• Bicycling advocates look to further improve safety in Minneapolis
  Minneapolis is often held up as an example of a bicycle-friendly city that is taking steps to improve safety. Advocates for the community met with government representatives to identify innovative ideas for further improving safety.April 30, 2013
• Duluth mountain bike trail network expanding
  Duluth is forging ahead this summer with its plan to become a premier mountain biking city.April 29, 2013
• NBA veteran Jason Collins comes out as gay
  The 34-year-old Collins has played for six NBA teams in 12 seasons. He finished this past season with the Washington Wizards and is now a free agent. He says he wants to continue playing.April 29, 2013
• Bicycle safety: Minnesota's efforts held up as model for US
  When U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood picked Minnesota to host one of two bicycle safety summits, he held the state up as a model of how a place can increase the number of bikes on the road without increasing deaths.April 29, 2013
• Photos: First warm spring day brings people outdoors
  It was a long wait, but Minnesotans were rewarded today with a sunny, warm day that actually felt like spring. And many took advantage of the chance to get outside and enjoy the weather. Our photographers captured some of those scenes.April 26, 2013
• Friday Festival: Cheese shop raises money for cheesemonger scholarship
  Local cheesemonger Benjamin Roberts is raising money for a cheesemonger education fund this weekend at the two cheese shops he runs -- France 44 in Minneapolis and St. Paul Cheese Shop in St. Paul. A portion of the proceeds will go for a cheese scholarship in honor of the woman he describes as his "cheese mentor." Benjamin Roberts spoke with MPR's Tom Crann.April 26, 2013

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