Can I import raws w/o converting to DNG?

I notice that my imports to LR are converted to DNG's and when I edit them they DON'T stay in original form----how can I retain the original file?
Stack?

Jao,
But I assumed that Jim did want to convert his raw files to DNG, and also to retain the original raw file. If he does not need to convert to DNG then just import them as you said.
Jim,
the "Import Photos Screen" is shown when you have selected photos during import. (ctrl-shift-I) to get you to "Import photos or Lightroom Catalog" screen. Select files, click Open and now you are shown the "Import Photos Screen". (by the way, Adobe's DNG converter allows you to extract the original raw file from DNG also; so you may be able to use it to get back your original raws from those already converted to dng).

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