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Jesse Johnson, Shelby J book Minneapolis gigs during Prince celebration
Both former Prince associates will play late-night gigs on multiple nights in April.
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Uber in Twin Cities will bring puppy to your door for a 15-minute cuddle
The service was first offered on Valentine's Day last year.
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Eat & Drink
Steak, steak and steak: Manny's restaurant stays in top form over decades
The downtown steakhouse is pushing 30 and going strong. Co-founder Phil Roberts reflects on the restaurant's roots and legacy.
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We're all ears for British arlettes, a treat we know as elephant ears
No matter what you call these crisp and flaky wafers of sugary, cinnamony, buttery pastry, they are both a bit technical and a little challenging. But they're delicious.
TV & Media
Minneapolis sues 'Rehab Addict' star Nicole Curtis, wants house back
In a contract dispute, the city wants her to return a house she bought for $2.
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Babies born 18 hours apart in same S.C. hospital coincidentally named Romeo and Juliet
The adorable story of star-crossed babies born in the same hospital.
Eat & Drink
Taste
Minnesota Nice Spice serves up flavor for a cause
Profits for these spice blends go to a St. Paul arts organization.
Stage & Arts
Northrop's remarkable 'Betroffenheit' show explores grief through theater and dance
Review: "Betroffenheit" was a remarkable show exploring the psychology of trauma and personal loss.
Stage & Arts
Fashion and art from 'The Weather Diaries' at American Swedish Institute
The exhibition features fashions from extreme Nordic climates.
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Theater Latte Da to revive its powerful 'Ragtime' on the coasts
Director Peter Rothstein and his creative team will remount the show in Seattle and in Sarasota.
Movies
Film based on Minn. author Vince Flynn's thrillers set for Sept. 15 release
"The Mitch Rapp saga begins" on the big screen starting Sept. 15, the studio announced this week.
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Art at the airport: MSP International gets bright, massive new works
Art at the airport: MSP International gets bright, massive new works
Celebrities
'Wheel of Fortune' contestant discovers the 'naked' truth of epic fail
A contestant on "Wheel of Fortune" completely blew it on Tuesday, eliciting shocked gasps from the studio audience.
Books
Review: 'For Love of the Dollar,' by J.M. Servin, translated from the Spanish by Anthony Seidman
NONFICTION: A Mexican "gonzo journalist" looks back on tough, wild times in New York.
Music
Southside Johnny's joy-generating Jersey bar band delights Dakota fans
It was the first of two nights for Springsteen's buddy at the downtown Minneapolis club.
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