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5 Local Goods for Holiday Gift Giving

‘Wrap local’ this year with artist-designed papers to pair with handcrafted ornaments

Best Bets: Dec. 4-10

Things to do this week around the Twin Cities: Barenaked Ladies in concert, Olio Vintage Holiday Party, "I Am Betty," and more

The List: Restaurant Gift Card Deals and Specials

Jason DeRusha’s list of local restaurants' 'buy this/get an extra card' offers
Cedar and Stone Nordic Sauna

Minnesota’s Hottest New Export Is Sauna Culture

So-called 'saunapreneurs' are aiming to make Duluth the nation’s 'Capital of Sauna'

Recreational Cannabis Now Legal in Minnesota

While Gov. Tim Walz joined signed the historic bill on May 30, the law takes effect today, Aug. 1—making recreational cannabis legal in Minnesota.
A class in session at Gorilla Combat gym.

Seven Boxing Gyms to Try in the Twin Cities

If you want to check out a new boxing class or looking for specialized training, these gyms offer all types of exercise
 
Philipo Dyauli

Best of MN, 2023: Arts & Culture

Among our faves and raves this year: an illustrator, an open mic, a fiction writer, a new music venue, and more

Q&A: Chief Justice Natalie Hudson Takes the Bench

Hudson talks about her life and career, becoming the state’s first Black Supreme Court chief justice, and the mix of community and isolation within that status of ‘first’

Belinda Jensen’s ‘Perfect Weather’ Is Not What It Used To Be

At the start of her 30th year with KARE 11, the meteorologist reflects on her career in a state with "the Super Bowl of weather"

The ‘Yes’ of Sue Z.

Sept. 13 was Sue Zelickson's birthday. For decades, she has been an inexorable dynamo of the Twin Cities culinary scene—but where does her drive come from?
 
Tiffanie Ellis and other volunteers on the Powwow Trail

These Volunteers Keep the Trails of the Boundary Waters Alive

A Minnesota nonprofit group fulfills what the U.S. Forest Service is no longer able to do: keep BWCAW trails open to hikers and backpackers

Guide to Twin Cities Black-Owned Business

Support these local, Black-owned businesses this month—and every month

From Our Archives: Essay: Waiting for the Russian Invasion

A Minnesotan journalist living in Ukraine reflects on Putin’s plans and a nation’s resolve

Braver Angels Is Bridging the Political Divide

This organization, co-founded by a Minnesota professor, is working to depolarize America one workshop at a time
 

Q&A: Surgical Oncologist on Breast Cancer Care Developments

National experts lowered the age at which to begin breast cancer screenings. Dr. Natasha Rueth, of Allina Health, says it was a long time coming.

How Minnesota Helps Lead the Fight Against Breast Cancer

These Minnesota doctors weigh in on screening guidelines, advances in treatment, and how to reduce your risk
Kathy Kuhl runs the candle company NelliDesigns and co-founded WalkTalkConnect to support brain and spinal cord tumor patients

Not Alone: WalkTalkConnect Supports Patients With Rare Tumors

Local candle company owner co-founded event for brain and spinal cord tumor patients, this year including a 5K walk, book sale, and more

From ‘A’ To Weed: Cannabis Questions Answered

What's the difference between CBD and THC? How about hemp and marijuana? A Weed 101 Primer
 

5 Local Goods for Holiday Gift Giving

‘Wrap local’ this year with artist-designed papers to pair with handcrafted ornaments

The List: Restaurant Gift Card Deals and Specials

Jason DeRusha’s list of local restaurants' 'buy this/get an extra card' offers

Holiday Gift Guide: The Minnesota Icons Edition

This year’s gift guide is a love letter to real and imagined Minnesotans who still make us swoon

Best Bets: Nov. 20-26

Things to do this week around the Twin Cities: the European Christmas Market, Minnesota Pint Day, a tree lighting, and more

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