Title: How did Minnesota become the Gopher State? - StarTribune.com
Headings: How did Minnesota become the Gopher State?
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How did Minnesota become the Gopher State?

Content: Sorry, but why do Minnesotans say 'ope' all the time? How did these 11 Minnesota towns get their unusual names? Has Minnesota every had a major earthquake? How did the Twin Cities become a hub for Somali immigrants? Why is Uptown south of downtown in Minneapolis? Mary Lynn Smith is a general assignment reporter for the Star Tribune. She previously covered St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County. Before that, she worked in Duluth where she covered local and state government and business. She frequently has written about the outdoors. MaryLynn.Smith@startribune.com 612-673-4788 mlstrib
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