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DL woman fights daycare union

Terrie Boyd just returned from the Minnesota State Capitol where she protested the idea of unionizing at-home daycare providers. DON DAVIS/FORUM COMMUNICATIONS CO.

Lighten up with Baked Tilapia Parmesan

Pair baked tilapia parmesan with zesty tomato quinoa. This recipe makes a lively side dish that will be delicious served hot and equally wonderful cold the next day. JESSICA KARLEY/FORUM NEWS SERVICE

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Park Rapids couple wins gaming room makeover from web series

Alex and Cassie Holmen won an ultimate gaming room from an online gaming blog, as seen Monday, May 13, in their Park Rapids, home. The setup features twin gaming stations with 3-D monitors along with Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Their segment of the web series will be available for viewing at majorleaguegaming.com at 8 p.m. on May 29. MICHAEL VOSBURG/FORUM NEWS SERVICE

Osage man builds career from passion for art

Osage artist Boyd Sharp spends many hours in his art studio, working on paintings and drawings using a variety of media, from oils to acrylics to watercolor. VICKI GERDES/TRIBUNE
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