TV & Media
October 7, 2021
Michael Keaton plays small-town doctor Samuel Finnix in “Dopesick,” which begins streaming on Hulu Wednesday.

Michael Keaton's comeback is complete with 'Dopesick'

The actor is just one reason that the show will be one of the most memorable ones of the year.
Stage & Arts
October 7, 2021
Faye Price said she is "appreciative and overwhelmed" for being named the 2021 recipient of the McKnight Distinguished Artist Award.

McKnight names Faye Price as its 2021 Distinguished Artist

She is credited with being a leading advocate for the arts and a force behind the Minnesota Legacy Amendment.
Music
October 7, 2021
Sky Macklay

For Minnesota-bred composer Sky Macklay, there's no limit

"I try to do things that no one else has done before," says the SPCO-commissioned composer.
Variety
October 7, 2021
Erykah Badu at her home in Dallas, July 9, 2020. Badu has always been a boss, but now sheÕs closer to a CEO. When the Covid-19 pandemic halted concer

Our Friday best: Erykah Badu, Red Wing festival, Cine Latino, Edo de Waart and more

Variety
October 7, 2021
Brian Wicklund, left, formed the Barley Jacks after many years serving as a sideman to other bluegrass singers.

Meet two Minnesota bands freshening up the bluegrass scene, Barbaro and Barley Jacks

Each of the fun-loving groups has an album-release party at the Parkway Theater this month.
Variety
October 7, 2021

St. Louis Park illustrator Adam Turman designs undies for Duluth Trading Co.

From building facades to boxer briefs, local artist works in media that are highly visible — sometimes discreet.
Music
October 6, 2021
Paul Westerberg is superimposed over 7th St. Entry in the Replacements’ new ‘Takin’ a Ride’ video.

New video for Replacements' 'Takin' a Ride' loads up on Minneapolis faces and places

The tour-like clip arrived ahead of the 40th anniversary box set of the band's debut LP, "Sorry Ma, Forgot to Take Out the Trash."
Variety
October 6, 2021
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The best air purifiers for your home

TV & Media
October 6, 2021
Diana the Musical

Netflix's 'Diana: The Musical' is a royal pain

Critics' guide on what to watch (and avoid) on TV this weekend
Stage & Arts
October 6, 2021
"Mary Shelley's Frankenstein" at Collide Theatrical Dance Company features, from left, Betsy Nelson as Shelley, Renee Guittar as the Creature and Patr

How Collide Theatrical makes Frankenstein's ungainly creature dance

A choreographer and dancer figure out how to get the monster to move.
Taste
October 6, 2021
Provided Newcastle Brown Ale is among the most familiar of the English brown ales.

Toasty brown ales are the perfect all-around beer for food pairing

As the leaves change color, so does the beer we're drinking.
Taste
October 6, 2021
Photo by Dennis Becker, Food styling by Lisa Golden Schroeder. Make curried chickpeas as a side dish for dinner ... and turn it into a vegan sandwich

4 ways to make today's dinner into tomorrow's lunch

A little planning will go a long way to avoiding ho-hum lunches.
Variety
October 6, 2021

Ask Amy: Dad is stealing son's medical marijuana

Variety
October 6, 2021
Pile of money, isolated, stack of cash, dollar bills istockphoto.com

$83,000 for nothing — but it's art

Artist pockets museum's money and produces blank canvases.
Variety
October 6, 2021
A CHX meal featured hand-breaded chicken, biscuits, fries, cajun honey slaw and their signature sauce.

After only 90 days with a storefront, CHX has closed in Uptown Minneapolis

The restaurant began as a ghost kitchen and took a chance on brick-and-mortar.
Variety
October 6, 2021
The “Seinfeld” gang at its favorite diner.

The 10 greatest 'Seinfeld' episodes to savor on Netflix

TV critic Neal Justin shares his favorites from the beloved series.
Variety
October 5, 2021
Chan Poling stepped out from behind his piano during the New Standards’ holiday concerts in 2018 at the State Theatre.

New Standards announce 2021 holiday shows marking Chan Poling's return

"It's been a long dry spell," Poling noted as the Dec. 3-4 State Theatre concerts were announced Tuesday.
Music
October 5, 2021
Osmo Vanska led the Minnesota Orchestra at its season-opening concert Sept. 16.

Minnesota Orchestra named 'Orchestra of the Year' in prestigious London competition

Osmo Vänskä and his musicians accepted the award via video at Tuesday's Gramophone Awards ceremony in London.
Music
October 5, 2021
Lil Nas X performing at HOT 97 Summer Jam 2019 in East Rutherford, N.J.

Lil Nas X will ride to town for KDWB Jingle Ball with Kid Laroi, Saweetie, Black Eyed Peas

The annual radio concert once again falls on a Monday night, Dec. 6, at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.
Eat & Drink
October 5, 2021
The original Green Mill, which opened on Hamline Av. in St. Paul 46 years ago, has a new look and a new market/deli concept.

The original Green Mill restaurant in St. Paul reopens with a new look

The Hamline Avenue outpost of the pizza-and-wings chain has also added a market/takeout counter.

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