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'I'm not from here!' An outsider's guide to making friends in Minnesota
Minnesotans are famously resistant to befriending newcomers. Here's how one transplant survived, and even thrived, in the Twin Cities social scene.
Home & Garden
Furnace disconnect requirements: An exercise in looking up electrical code
This was the first time I've ever seen a lockout at a furnace circuit, and that means one of two things: I'm going to learn something new, or whoever installed the lock is going to learn something old.
Your Voices
Some thoughts on the Great American Beer Festival
The Great American Beer Festival is the biggest one in the country. This was my first trip out there and I lived to tell about it.
Your Voices
The Legacy of Fred Korematsu
One of the darkest moments in United States history for the executive and judicial branches was the promulgation of Executive Order 9066 on February 19, 1942, authorizing the military to "exclude" Japanese Americans from "military areas."
Your Voices
Islamophobia vs. the clamor of the good people
The community response to bigotry must be louder than the hate.
Your Voices
Digital photography and the forgotten messiness of family life
Digital photography makes our lives seem perfect when the most beautiful moments of family life are often found in the mess of it.
Your Voices
Drop-off items not allowed at one Florida school
In a controversial move, one Florida high school is putting the kabosh on helicopter parents in one way.
Your Voices
John Howe announces campaign for Congress
Former State Senator John Howe announced today he will run for Congress in Minnesota's Second Congressional District.
Your Voices
Even a science guy like William Souder needs a lucky sweater
Nonfiction author William Souder is not superstitious. He doesn't believe in magic or miracles, and doubts the existence of things unseen. He's a cause-and-effect guy. But he has this sweater.
Home & Garden
Q&A: "Why does water leak through the bottom of my chimney?"
"After the rain tonight we noticed some water trickling out of a pipe in the wall behind the boiler and have no clue what it is for. What is the purpose of this pipe?"
Your Voices
Stewart Mills preparing for rematch against Rick Nolan in '16
Stewart Mills announced last evening he is forming an exploratory committee for a possible rematch against Rep. Rick Nolan in Minnesota's Eighth Congressional in 2016.
Your Voices
Why helping my son with math reminds me of my father
When I sit with my son and try to help him with math, he says, in frustration, "You don't know anything!" I remember saying the same thing to my father.
Your Voices
5 beers to try this Saturday at the Autumn Brew Review
The Autumn Brew Review is one of the most well attended beer fests in Minnesota, and this year you can expect a sour heavy lineup.
Politics
Mary Pawlenty rules out run for Congress; new candidates emerge
Mary Pawlenty, an ex-Dakota County District Court judge and wife to former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty, announced she would not run for Congress. But two additional Republicans are expressing interesting in running for Congress.
Local
Dear smug urbanites, stop ridiculing the suburb I love
Life is good in the outer ring. Except for the dismissive comments from my city-dwelling friends.
Home & Garden
Q&A: What's the difference between home inspection organizations?
There are three major organizations for home inspectors: ASHI, NAHI, and InterNACHI. They're not the only organizations for home inspectors, but they're the largest.
Your Voices
I misplaced my car keys. Should I be concerned about memory loss?
When should someone be concerned about their memory and what to do if it persists or gets worse? What are the warning signs of real memory loss?
Your Voices
What's for dinner? Ask the garden this time of year
Funny that stores loaded with countless options can still leave us with a dearth of ideas.
Politics
Roz Peterson, Dave Thompson will not run for Congress
Rep. Roz Peterson and Sen. Dave Thompson both announced this morning they would not run for Congress in Minnesota's Second Congressional District in 2016.
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