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Who's Who Features

The Cipher

Ambitious and ascending, Governor Tim Pawlenty is a champion to some—and a mystery to many.

By Michael Tortorello

Remembering Hassler

A writer reflects on her friendship with novelist Jon Hassler—and the lessons on writing and life he shared.

By Rebecca Hill

110 Minutes

After the I-35W bridge collapsed, ordinary citizens helped save countless lives. Here are their stories.

BY BETH HAWKINS

Patriot Acts

A group of Vietnam War protestors remembers their draft-raiding days

By Tim Gihring

The Next Starchitect?

Certainly, talent helped James Dayton win several plum architectural commissions. But it doesn’t hurt to have one of the most famous last names in Minnesota.

By Michael Tortorello

This guide features the premier businesses and service providers in Minnesota. These businesses have been carefully selected to represent the very best Minnesota has to offer, along with topical articles, reviews, and events.

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Local Knowledge

Dave Turner

Get to know Brenda Langton, chef and owner of Spoonriver and Café Brenda.

In a short interview, she describes what she loves about the Twin Cities, and where she finds inspiration for her restaurants and menus.

Introductions

Joe Chvala, Founder and Artistic Director of Flying Foot Forum

Born and raised in Madison, Wis., Chvala currently resides in the Lyndale neighborhood and knows the ins and outs of the local dance scene.

While sighting The Southern Theater as a major force in the dance community, he recognizes the Argentinean tango class at Four Seasons Dance Studio as his favorite local hidden treasure.

“Minneapolis is one of the most prominent cities for dance in the world. There is a richness and diversity here that is quite unique. “

“There are opportunities for dancers and choreographers at all stages of their careers. And on top of all this there are classes in almost any form of dance you could want and numerous exciting venues for every kind of social dance from folk, to swing, to country, to tap, to salsa.”

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