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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Oberstar's transportation bill begins legislative journey
Congressman Jim Oberstar's transportation bill starts its legislative journey today with a draft session scheduled in a House of Representatives subcommittee.6:50 a.m.
Pawlenty shifts mean schools need loans; charters especially worried
Public schools across Minnesota will have to take out loans to make up for the delays in state payments that Gov. Tim Pawlenty announced last week.7:20 a.m.
Parties see wave of donations as Pawlenty axes tax refund
Political parties in Minnesota have seen a surge in donations after Gov. Tim Pawlenty's proposal to eliminate a tax refund for political contributions.7:25 a.m.
New York shows that could come to Minnesota
Morning Edition arts commentator and St. Paul Pioneer Press theater critic Dominic Papatola is in New York this week to get an advance look at shows likely to come to the Twin Cities in the coming months.8:25 a.m.

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