Outdoors
January 14, 2022
“Don’t just feel at home — make Middle River your home!’’ That’s the slogan city officials in the goose capital of Minnesota have paired w

Free land, cable and beer: State's tiny goose capital wants you to move there

Make Middle River your home and perks include a free lot, a Sportsmen's Club membership and a $100 gift certificate to a tavern in town.
Curious Minnesota
January 14, 2022
Workers fill sacks of flour at Pillsbury “A” Mill in the 1930s.

Why did Minneapolis' famous flour boom go bust?

The Mill City dominated the flour market for half a century. But it came to an end in 1930.
January 14, 2022

Nearly 5 inches of snow falls on Twin Cities, hundreds of crashes reported statewide

Local
January 14, 2022

Crash near Hudson kills one driver and puts other in jail

Woman, 34, was taken to Stillwater hospital and died there, authorities said.
Outdoors
January 14, 2022
“We’re using all the tools we have to manage the wilderness to keep it as the amazing place that people love to visit,’’ said Forest Service s

Forest Service cuts access to BWCA to relieve crowding

About 23,000 fewer people will be allowed to enter the wilderness area this year under a reduction in the availability of entry permits.
Local
January 14, 2022
Donna Norberg of Physics Force pours liquid nitrogen over a barrel filled with steam and boiling water, suddenly the barrel collapses from the change

The amazing wonders of physics on display at Northrop Auditorium

Physics Force is a science outreach program through the University of Minnesota that aims to get school-age students interested in science. Shows run through Saturday.
Variety
January 14, 2022
Terry McDaniel, of Minneapolis, spends time putting the finishing touches at her Art Shanty Exhibit, the "Pollinator Flash Mob," Tuesday, Jan. 11, 202

Art Shanty Projects returns to Lake Harriet this weekend with a COVID-proof plan

Opening Saturday, the annual outdoor winter art event is geared toward fresh-air experiences.
January 14, 2022

Art Shanty Projects returns to Lake Harriet this weekend with a COVID-proof plan

Local
January 13, 2022
Longtime Native American activist and AIM co-founder Clyde Bellecourt spoke to the crowd gathered for a rally outside TCF Bank Stadium before a Viking

Hundreds gather to honor American Indian leader Clyde Bellecourt

January 13, 2022

Hundreds gather to honor American Indian civil rights leader Clyde Bellecourt

January 13, 2022
Brock Sattter hugs Thandisizwe Jackson-Nisan during a gathering to honor Mel Reeves , in Minneapolis, Minn., on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022. Community memb

Mel Reeves remembered as 'Black prince of justice' at funeral

The longtime civil rights activist died last week of complications from COVID-19.
January 13, 2022
Patty Ruiz works during her shift at Cambria. The company’s CEO said private sector mandates put companies like his “in a real pickle” over priv

Employers adjust plans after court halts vaccine mandate

Private employers have more control over their corporate vaccination policies, but health care providers will still need to meet the federal mandate requirements.
St. Cloud
January 13, 2022
Hand-written warnings indicate rooms in the emergency department of St. Cloud Hospital outfitted with negative airflow systems to prevent the spread o

CentraCare doubles down on plea for masking as one in three tests positive for COVID-19

After St. Cloud area city leaders failed to implement mask mandates, CentraCare is calling on business leaders and residents.
St. Cloud
January 13, 2022
Big Lake Police Chief Matt Hayen

Big Lake police chief resigns amid investigation showing he illegally purchased gun

Hayen's predecessor filed the straw purchase complaint after Hayen helped him purchase his old gun.
January 13, 2022
Part of the campaign mailer displaying the Minnetonka city logo that was distributed last fall by a slate of six City Council candidates.

Minnetonka City Council candidates fined for campaign violation

A resident filed a complaint in October against six candidates with the Office of Administrative Hearings.
St. Paul
January 13, 2022
A large collection of driftwood floats on the river at Hidden Harbor Marina on the Mississippi River on Saturday, July 17, 2021, in St. Paul Park.

St. Paul City Council poised to declare climate emergency

All seven council members indicated they will vote Wednesday to support the measure, which calls on the state and federal governments to help cities develop climate action plans and build more sustainable infrastructure.
Stage & Arts
January 13, 2022
The touring cast of “Come From Away” includes Moorhead native Becky Gulsvig in front.

COVID cancels Minneapolis performances of Broadway musical, postpones Walker show

Standbys are being flown in so "Come From Away" can resume its scheduled run on Saturday night.
Local
January 13, 2022
Timothy J. Borrman

Voices told him to steal van in South St. Paul with show dog inside, charges say

The dog was recovered unharmed after word spread on social media.
Eat & Drink
January 13, 2022
Before Tim Niver opened Trattoria Mucci in the former Mevyn in 2019.

Trattoria Mucci on Lake Street in Minneapolis closing Jan. 29

But it's business as usual at the St. Paul location.
Don’t miss
January 13, 2022
Forty athletes are scheduled to compete in Red Bull Heavy Metal, an urban snowboarding competition on Sunday at Cascade Park in Duluth. The stone gaze

Snowboarders converge on Duluth park this weekend

Red Bull Heavy Metal is a day-long snowboarding competition on Sunday featuring elite athletes.

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