Minnesota’s plan to fix its trash problem

More than 3 million tons of trash are generated in Twin Cities metro area every year, and it only continues to grow. MPCA officials say at the current rate, local landfills will quickly run out of space.

MPCA reveals Twin Cities waste management plan

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) announced on Tuesday its 20-year plan to reduce the amount of trash going into Twin Citie landfills. More than 3 million tons of trash are generated in the metro area every year, and officials say at the current rate, our local landfills will quickly run out of space.

St. Paul Winter Carnival medallion hunt

A year with warmer temps and a lack of snow will bring extra competition to the annual St. Paul Winter Carnival medallion hunt, but some say that competition is welcomed.