With nearly a half-million attendees over the first three days, some might think the Minnesota State Fair is too crowded. For those seeking refuge from the plodding throngs, the Minnesota Star Tribune showcases nine state parks and recreation areas where you can have all the solitude you crave.

Wherever you go this week, you’ll find cooler temperatures. Bring Me The News reports that we’ll have a taste of fall as temperatures “early next week will average anywhere from 10 to 20 degrees cooler for much of the central and eastern U.S.”

If you think the Fair is expensive, try being a teacher. KSTP reports that teachers are spending nearly $900 on average on their classrooms, which is a 49% increase from a decade ago.

Christian colleges in Minnesota won a victory on Friday when U.S. Distric

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