Books
January 22, 2023

Review: 'Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone,' by Benjamin Stevenson

Books in brief
Variety
January 22, 2023
Lileks: Is Amazon paranoia real?

Lileks: Is Amazon paranoia real?

Stage & Arts
January 22, 2023
Peter Rothstein, a portrait for Artist of the Year feature at the Pantages theater during the rehearsal of the 8th year mounting of All is Calm. Decem

Theater Latté Da founder Peter Rothstein leaving for new job in Florida

He has been named the producing artistic director of Asolo Repertory Theatre in Sarasota, Fla.
Home & Garden
January 22, 2023
Kelly Klein

Renting and the Law: Deadline for Certificate of Rent Paid tax forms?

Since a portion of your rent is used to pay property taxes, you may qualify for a Renter's Property Tax Refund depending on your income and rent paid.
Local
January 20, 2023
Regulating casinos is one of several responsibilities for the state Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division.

Agency: Edina man, brother running illegal remote TikTok bookie business

Gamblers pay a 25% fee to have slots played for them at Minnesota casinos as they watch from around the country, according to court records.
Travel
January 20, 2023

Travel Troubleshooter: I accidentally booked two rental cars — can I get my money back?

Reader wants Hotwire to refund one of two nonrefundable car rental reservations.
Things To Do
January 20, 2023
At a Great Northern event at Silverwood Park, artist Seitu Jones and artist apprentices from Juxtaposition Arts will capture fish using Gyotaku, a Jap

Great Northern festival blends art, outdoors and action on climate change

St. Paul artist Seitu Jones and Canadian composer Kara-Lis Coverdale are among the artists meditating on winter for the 12-day fest.
Music
January 20, 2023
Northeast Iowa-based singer/songwriter Lissie performed at the Minnesota State Fair grandstand in 2018 with Trampled by Turtles.

Music & Storytellers series returning to Woman's Club with Lissie, Dave Simonett and more

The March 12-May 13 program in Minneapolis will also feature Sue Scott, Paul Metsa and members of Kiss the Tiger.
Books
January 20, 2023
Sequoia Nagamatsu photo by Lauren B. Photography

PEN America awards long list includes many Minnesota writers, publishers

Finalists to be announced in February.
Travel
January 20, 2023

A modern cabin in Wisconsin offers luxury in a woodsy way

Owl Ridge Cabin in Wausau has posh amenities that make for a "Chicago loft in the woods."
Variety
January 20, 2023

Sound Advice: Some vintage gear is not worth repairing

January 20, 2023

Lakefront Minneapolis condo with 'best views in town' lists for $500,000

Home & Garden
January 20, 2023
Minneapolis woman transforms 'Leave It to Beaver' childhood home into forever home

Minneapolis woman transforms 'Leave It to Beaver' childhood home into forever home

A retired flight attendant moved back into the house she grew up in, making modern updates while retaining the family feeling.
January 20, 2023

Minneapolis woman transforms 'Leave It to Beaver' childhood home into forever home

Eat & Drink
January 20, 2023
After 18 years of brunch all day, the Bad Waitress has announced it will close after Sunday’s service.

After 18 years of all-day brunch, the Bad Waitress in Minneapolis is closing

Guests have until the end of the month to get in another visit.
Variety
January 20, 2023

Ask Amy: Pregnancy births support issues

Variety
January 20, 2023
Retired Lake Johanna firefighter David Winkel donated blood.

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Variety
January 20, 2023

Ask Amy: Poker cheater is a very bad deal

Variety
January 20, 2023
Writing, using either a computer or paper, is good way to clear your head of random thoughts.

Feeling stuck? Here's how to get going

The goal is to clear out the thoughts that are blocking you.
Inspired
January 20, 2023
LeoAngelo Lacuna Reyes stood in front of a butterfly he painted on an electrical box that had been tagged with graffiti. 

Electrical boxes were defaced. A teacher and students turn them into art.

"Electrical boxes turned into public artworks actually helped to curb tagging," said San Diego artist LeoAngelo Lacuna Reyes. "They brighten up the neighborhood."

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