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James Lileks

Columnist/Editor  |  buzz.mn

Phone: 612-673-7858

E-mail: jlileks@startribune.com

James Lileks is the editor of buzz.mn, and also write a metro column on Fridays.

Recent content from James Lileks

• Denver? We can show up that cowtown
  It would be comforting to report that Denver really screwed up, no? Horrible traffic, cops nightsticking grannies, surly restaurant staff barking abuse, cabbies driving you to your hotel by way of Wyoming, torrential rain, bats, rumors of plague, et cetera. But no. Denver was perfect.
  Aug 30, 2008
• Dated analysis of handwriting is off the wall
  An open letter to the proprietors of the Computerized Handwriting Analysis machines at the State Fair:
  Aug 24, 2008
• Hottest dish in town
  Grab a fistful of bacon and join the happy herds at the Minnesota tradition that does America better than anyone.
  Aug 22, 2008
• Wake kids napping, avoid cop gently rapping
  Tips for losing your baby.
  Aug 17, 2008
• Come 3 a.m., the real Grand Ole Party won't be at the bar
  A preview of convention nighttime entertainment.
  Aug 15, 2008
• Donuts? Here's the hole ... er, whole ... story
  Perhaps you've read rapturous stories about the return of Dunkin' Donuts to the Twin Cities. Wow! Donuts? And coffee? Where do we queue?
  Aug 10, 2008
• Sun setting on summer? Get a Blizzard
  Signs that summer is coming to an end are everywhere, but there are some things you can do to stave off despair.
  Aug 8, 2008
• Bridge reflections span emotions
  It's OK to be weary of bridge-collapse coverage. It doesn't make you a bad person. It has been a long year of struts and gussets, heart-breaking stories and eye-glazing technical reports. In the end it's human imperfection + gravity, and there's only so much to be said about the matter. But even those who haven't followed the recent memorials caught themselves on Friday, and remembered where they were when they heard the news. You always know where you were. It's as if the brain, attempting to process bad news, nails your feet to wherever you stand, and fuses the moment with the place.
  Aug 3, 2008
• We're all a-Twitter about texting, but remember: Text responsibly
  A new Minnesota law bans texting while driving. I approve.
  Aug 1, 2008
• Seen all Aquatennial has to offer? Ah, not quite
  Last-minute Aquatennial ideas..
  Jul 26, 2008

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