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ST. PAUL—Minnesota livestock regulators are not doing all they could to protect deer and elk from disease, a state audit shows. "We found that the Board of Animal Health has failed to enforce some laws relating to deer and elk farms," the Office of the Legislative Auditor wrote...

"The Art of Beekeeping" is an introductory workshop to the fascinating world of beekeeping. Whether you wish to create a sustainable future in bees or prefer being a hobby beekeeper this two-day workshop will address bee basics, apiary equipment, spring, summer and fall bee care,...

A patient who was treated recently at Altru Hospital for flu-like symptoms tested positive for the H1N1 or "swine" flu virus, a hospital official confirmed Tuesday. The patient was treated on an outpatient basis and sent home to recover, Dr.

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced Monday that a Twin Cities area child who was infected with the H1N1 novel influenza virus has died. The child, who had underlying medical conditions, was briefly hospitalized and died late last week. Laboratory tests subsequently...

Tilly the pot bellied pig may call Akeley "home." Tilly's nannies, Heather, 5, and Danielle, 7, White waited patiently - with a couple of giggles and pokes - as the Akeley Council waded through the agenda Wednesday evening. They learned a bit about city audits, repairs needed...

A second probable Minnesota H1N1 swine flu case is being investigated. "That person is recovering nicely at home - was not hospitalized," Minnesota Health Commissioner Sanne Magnan said Friday on Gov. Tim Pawlenty's weekly radio show. The state Health Department announced it is...

Pennington County residents and officials will argue toiday that Excel Dairy, a 1,500-head dairy feedlot near Thief River Falls, should keep its doors closed for good. They'll testify at a meeting of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Citizens Board, which begins at 9 a.m. in...