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Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Retailers look to gift cards to boost sales
Many retail stocks fell Wednesday, including shares of Minneapolis-based Target, as tepid holiday sales results worried investors. Retailers are shifting their hopes to gift card redemptions in the post-Christmas season. According to the National Retail Federation, gift card sales continue to post hefty gains.5:20 p.m.
White means green for winter tourism industry
With more snow on the ground this December than parts of Minnesota have seen in years, area resorts and hospitality businesses are optimistic about a healthy winter recreation season.5:24 p.m.
Tiger escape raises safety concerns
Officials are trying to figure out how a tiger escaped from its enclosure Tuesday at the San Francisco Zoo. The 300-pound tiger mauled three men -- one of them fatally -- before being killed by police.5:50 p.m.
Minnesota woman is a champion beaver skinner
A Detroit Lakes woman is among the best at a skill once critical to the Minnesota economy.5:54 p.m.
Lake Superior heats up
Scientists explore why Lake Superior is warming quicker than air around it6:24 p.m.

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