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Thwarted plans
I had such big plans. Well, ok, not big. But firmly cemented in my mind. I have such a huge list of garden chores to be completed in the next two weeks, that I figured I'd better not wait to start un...
Posted on 5/16/13 at 3:46 PM
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St. Pat's aurora update plus a pleasing lunar lineup tonight
The sun's wind of particles has been pounding Earth's defensive magnetic shield since early this morning. A magnificent display of auroras erupted in response. While hurricane winds can reach over 2...
Posted on 3/17/13 at 7:10 PM
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Obama touts advances in wind power
Wind is a major topic on President Barack Obamas campaign swing through Iowa, and not by chance the White House today released a report showing wind power use is growing. The report shows Minnesota p...
Posted on 8/14/12 at 12:10 PM
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Wind Symphony blends traditional and contemporary

North Dakota State University’s (NDSU) Wind Symphony will present a concert on Saturday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Discovery Middle School auditorium in Alexandria. The concert is free and open to the public.

March 08, 2013

Report examines ways to improve predictions of wildlife impacts at wind energy facilities

A new report from Dovetail Partners examines strategies for increasing the availability of data used in making wildlife impact predictions at proposed wind energy facilities.

December 02, 2012

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'Go Green Weekend' salutes alternative energies

A rural Litchfield farm, known for its annual Pumpkin Patch Festival, will highlight the green energy movement October 15 and 16.

By Staff Report , October 15, 2011

Public invited to dedication of new wind turbine at the University of Minnesota, Morris

University of Minnesota, Morris’s new wind turbine will be dedicated on Saturday, September 24 at 3 p.m. Several events are planned in conjunction with the celebration, including a pre-dedication 2K walk, an exhibition of artwork created by area elementary and high school students, and a post-dedication picnic. All activities are free and open to the public.

By Staff Report , September 17, 2011

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Report: Improved grid needed to harness more wind energy, jobs

A report released today by the Center for Rural Affairs, Connect the Dots: Transmission and Rural Communities, finds that expansion of the electric transmission grid is key to a clean energy future. And an improved grid is necessary to bring more wind energy online, creating rural jobs in both transmission and wind industries.

By Staff Report , August 01, 2011

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Capitol Notebook: Senate committee hears wind power dispute

A Senate committee took no stand Thursday to restrict wind power farms. A bill by Sen. John Howe, R-Red Wing, said there is only a remote chance that his bill requiring that wind turbines be a half mile from property lines will pass this year, but a task force likely will discuss the issue before next year’s legislative session.

By Don Davis , May 06, 2011

Minnesota continues to be a leader in wind energy

Minnesota is now No. 4 in the nation in installed wind capacity, according to the quarterly U.S. wind energy rankings published by the American Wind Energy Association in January.

By Staff Report , February 08, 2011

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Second wind turbine at U of MN Morris may be ready to run early in 2011

Second wind turbine at U of MN Morris may be ready to run early in 2011 The University of Minnesota, Morris’ planned second wind turbine will allow campus officials to predict fairly accurately what energy costs will be for the next 15 years.

By Tom Larson , December 30, 2010

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Renewable energy industries energized by tax bill

The tax bill that President Obama signed last Friday is good news for Minnesota’s renewable energy industries.

By Staff Report , December 23, 2010

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How windy was it? Watch this clip

Lakeville North discovers the problems involved in kicking off into the wind in Tuesday's Section 1AAAAA opener against Farmington. The kick ended up 12 yards behind the line of scrimmage. Lakeville North ending up beating the wind and Farmington, 39-14.

October 29, 2010

Storm takes roof of Spicer business with it as it passes through area

High winds Tuesday night ripped off a portion of a steel roof from the Spicer Power Products building, located on Kandiyohi County Road 10 west of Spicer.

By Carolyn Lange , October 28, 2010

Morris plant will produce fertilizer from wind energy

The winds sweeping across the Northern Plains could soon help farmers fertilize their crops of corn, wheat and sorghum.

By Dirk Lammers , June 13, 2010

Wind packs a punch

Wind packs a punch A storm packing high winds and heavy rain moved quickly through Douglas County Saturday night.

June 30, 2009

Construction begins on two wind turbines in Willmar

Construction is underway on the first of Willmar Municipal Utilities’ two wind turbines.

By Dave Little , June 02, 2009

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Second round of auditions planned for Prairie Wind Players Theatre

Prairie Wind Players Community Theatre will hold its second round of auditions for its upcoming production Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story.

April 10, 2009

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