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Minnesota's lack of snow: How is it impacting economy?

11:06 AM, January 18, 2013

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Clarke Garry, of Togo, Minn. starts at the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, in Duluth, Minn., on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011. (Submitted by Paul Walsh)

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Minnesota is experiencing another year of low snow, prompting the cancellation or rescheduling of ski and dogsled races around the state. What impact are the mild winters having on Minnesota's economy?

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