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Minnesota woman conquered Antarctica marathon. Now she's raced at the North Pole
Lisa Richardson will run laps on a 4.2-kilometer loop on the snow and ice, watched by race organizers who have rifles on hand in case a polar bear shows up.
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Lost Minneapolis: Snapshot provides a glimpse of downtown in the 1930s
Almost everything in this picture — the trolleys, the busy streets, the bright signs — are urban staples we'd love to see again. Take a look.
Music
The Revolution rocks Paisley Park with '80s-era Prince songs
The band treated fans to funked-up hits including "Erotic City," "Let's Go Crazy" and "Raspberry Beret."
Music
Minnesota honors Prince, his legacy on anniversary of death
A year ago today, the music world — and his home state — lost a legend. We will provide updates all day on how he's being remembered on the anniversary of his death.
Music
New vinyl, live music: A complete guide to Record Store Day in Twin Cities
Highlights include new releases by the Suburbs and Prince, plus plenty of free in-store concerts.
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Stage & Arts
What's next for pioneering Twin Cities director Michelle Hensley? Not theater, she says
After nearly three decades, the pioneering theater director prepares to step away from her troupe Ten Thousand Things.
Stage & Arts
Charming 'Girl' shakes a leg at Penumbra Theatre
REVIEW: World premiere adds new voices to the musical theater canon.
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'Today' show brings national spotlight to Minnesota hats for kids battling cancer
The story of how two college students started the popular Love Your Melon brand received a big segment on the morning TV show.
Music
Old-school Twin Cities shops defy the trends on Record Store Day 2017
As Record Store Day returns Saturday, old standby shops like Know Name and Down in the Valley enjoy the trend without being trendy.
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Scene + Heard: Taste of Africa raises funds for Rural Health Care Initiative
For its second annual fundraiser, A Taste of Africa offered samples of African cuisine from several Twin Cities restaurants.
Stage & Arts
The Fonz is 'coolamundo' again in White Bear Lake
Lakeshore Players Theatre tackles musical version of 'Happy Days.'
Eat & Drink
Hungry for hoagies or vegan or bagels? Give these 4 new Twin Cities restaurants a try
A cozy retro throwback offers chicken Parm and more.
Movies
20 don't-miss movies from week 2 of Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival
MSPIFF ranges far and wide this week. Here is a sampling of the best films on tap.
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