Eat & Drink
Relish summer at these 4 Twin Cities outdoor dining oases
Looking to make the most of summer with a spot to dine al fresco? Here are four great spots with great food.
Stage & Arts
Minneapolis world premiere plays off 'Crazy Rich Asians,' views rom-coms through a biracial lens
Theater Mu's dark comedy says being biracial makes the dating puzzle even more puzzling.
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Now in its 50th year, the Giant Slide earns its status as an iconic staple of State Fair
The Giant Slide, with its simple design and bright yellow color, has earned its status as an iconic staple of the Minnesota State Fair.
Music
Stray Cats strut into Minn. on a reunion buzz: 'Everybody loves it again'
Stray Cats reunite for 40th anniversary tour and first album in 26 years.
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Eagan police credit poop-tracking dog tag with helping return lost purse to pet owner
Apartment resident's disdain for the tag, however, soon turned to appreciation.
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Midwest Traveler: Chicago's beer spa is a barrel of fun
In Chicago, soak in the suds for an afternoon of brew-filled relaxation.
Stage & Arts
R.J. Kern photographs 'best' animals for Minnesota State Fair
Twin Cities photographer R.J. Kern showcases pairs of prizewinners from last year's Minnesota State Fair.
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Tattoo of ex's name leaves mark on would-be fiancée
If your relationship progresses to marriage, is it OK to ask him to cover it up?
Music
Pick Six: Praise for Delbert McClinton, Woodstock, Tyler Hubbard, 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' soundtrack
Pick Six is a half-dozen cool things in music, from two points of view.
TV & Media
John Goodman's 'Righteous' new role takes him to church
HBO's "The Righteous Gemstones" lampoons a megachurch family.
Music
Twin Cities concerts of the week: Los Lobos, Wild Waters Fest, Reba McEntire & Ringo Starr
The big gigs for Aug. 16-22, also including Dr. Dog & Shakey Graves, BoDeans, Stephen Marley and Jearlyn Steele.
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