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Musician answers door to find 'terribly lost' Garrison Keillor looking for help
Nick Hallett has been listening to Garrison Keillor since he was 8. He never expected to find the radio man himself at his doorstep in the Sonoran Desert.
Music
Prince properties in Chanhassen are hitting the market and going fast
Several of late star's properties now for sale are drawing fast interest.
TV & Media
Home video review: 'Mad Max: Fury Road' is back in black and white
George Miller has always wanted to make a "Mad Max" movie in black and white. Now he has his wish.
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Holiday tree trend: Skip the skirt, add a collar
Alternative to the tree skirt is winning converts for its modern look and compact footprint.
Music
Minnesota Orchestra reports 'very promising' year with balanced budget
The organization got a boost from ticket sales and hall rentals as it continued recovering from its lockout.
Music
Mason Jennings ponders future of music career: 'I'm not sure I'm up for it'
The Minnesota musician struggles to make sense of social media and industry upheaval.
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Old real estate maps of the Twin Cities contain details of a forgotten history
Decades before Google Maps, plat maps displayed a wealth of information with hand-drawn care.
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Holiday shopping online or in stores — which is better?
You can order anything — presents, tree, even the meal — without leaving your home.
TV & Media
Give the gift of gaming with these 10 ideas, from VR to retro classics
Where do you start if you have a video gamer on your gift list this holiday season and are overwhelmed with choices? Here are 10 ideas.
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Broadway star Bernadette Peters to headline Guthrie Theater gala
The Sondheim expert will perform in during a prelude to the opening night of "Sunday in the Park with George," staged by Guthrie artistic director Joe Haj.
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Minneapolis authors update popular 'Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day'
The "bread-in-five-minutes-a-day" juggernaut launched nine years ago by Jeff Hertzberg and Zoë François continues.
Eat & Drink
These 3 Twin Cities area restaurants make holiday season sparkle
Make merry this month at these three holiday-centric restaurants.
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How to prepare for TSA security
If you want to get through security without slowing down the line, read on. With any luck — and the proper preparation — your checkpoint experience won't dampen holiday spirits.
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