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This Cannabis Dispensary Is Super Close To Minneapolis… And Next Door To A Casino!
WELCH, MN – A new chapter in Minnesota‘s cannabis journey has begun! Island Pezi, the latest recreational marijuana dispensary by the Prairie Island Indian Community (PIIC), is now open. This dispensary, located next to Treasure Island Resort & Casino, is the closest option for Twin Cities residents since the state legalized recreational marijuana last August.
The Most Haunted Restaurant In Minnesota Is Reopening
Yes, Halloween and spooky season is technically months away. However, that's not stopping one haunted restaurant from reopening very soon in Minnesota. This hot spot is known for its beautiful decor filled with antiques and delicious food. It's also known as one of the most haunted places in the entire state.
Minnesota Angler Breaks State Fishing Record Twice Within Two Months
This Minnesota man didn’t forget to set the hook. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife division highlighted one Twin Cities man for breaking his state record for a black crappie in back-to-back months!. An Angling Feat. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth, MN, caught this whopping 16.25-inch black...
Insane Aerial Footage of Flooded Valley Fair
The aerial footage of Shakopee, Minnesota's Valley Fair amusement park is truly shocking. The rivers rose rapidly during last week's flooding and had a few coasters in its devastating path. The video, courtesy of Kare 11 out of Minneapolis/St. Paul says it all. It's important to note that the park...
Sanctuary rescues cat thrown from 12th floor of Minneapolis apartment
A cat thrown from a 12th-story apartment balcony in Minneapolis last month is recovering after a Twin Cities animal sanctuary arranged intensive veterinary care. The year-old tabby named Rue suffered a broken leg, foot and jaw, but no internal injuries. Lisa LaVerdiere, the founder and executive director of Stillwater-based Home...
Wave of Patriotic Festivities Set to Sweep Eden Prairie with Concerts, Drone Show, and Fireworks
Eden Prairie is set to burst with patriotic pride and community spirit this week with a slew of Fourth of July festivities. According to the City of Eden Prairie, MN, celebrations will kick off on Tuesday, July 2, at Staring Lake Amphitheatre, where locals can enjoy a free outdoor concert by the Eden Prairie Community Band and Prairie Ramblers from 6:30–8:30 p.m. The evening will also serve as a salute to local veterans and active military members.
Beauty And The Bust: Minnesotans Scammed By A Fake Minneapolis Cocktail Experience
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – What was supposed to be a fun girl’s night out for a group of women from Buffalo, Minnesota ended up being a major letdown. They traveled to downtown Minneapolis, eager for an immersive Beauty and the Beast Cocktail Experience, only to find no event at all.
Dreamsong: Pas de Deux exhibit draw on artistic heroes for inspiration
The artists in Dreamsong’s latest exhibition, “Pas de Deux,” look to mentors and heroes for inspiration and interrogation. All of the artists are creating homage in some way. Sometimes that means painting in the style of another painter, as Ruben Nusz does with a series of linen paintings capturing the gist of works by Italian painter Giorgio Morandi. Nusz titles the works “After Morandi,” and, like Morandi’s work, carry a quiet intimacy in their relationship to light and stillness.
Participate in Our 2024 Lens on the Lake Photo Contest
Each July and August, White Bear Lake Magazine invites readers to submit their favorite photos to our Lens on the Lake Minnetonka photo contest. From the novice to the hobbyist to the professional, photographers of all abilities and ages are encouraged to share their unique, creative perspectives. Scroll down your...
Summer a Busy Season for Robbinsdale Wine and Spirits
The boxes in the aisles at Robbinsdale Wine and Spirits on a recent afternoon meant only one thing: it’s nearly the Fourth of July. “It’s our busiest time of the year, other than Christmas and New Years,” said Liquor Operations Manager Chris Huber, who runs the municipal liquor store that’s been open for nearly six years in its current location near HyVee. “(The deliveries) will slow down throughout August, and then they’ll start ramping back up come fall.”
Opinion: Old buildings should be repurposed, not demolished
Every building of a certain age has at least one ghost story attributed to it. Humans can’t help but craft stories of ghosts and demons, labeling every old building as “haunted,” no matter how illogical it may be. Ghost stories compel me as much as anyone else,...
Plenty of Convenient Options Available at New Hope’s Food Truck Fridays
Flavor and convenience are rolling into New Hope. On most Fridays this summer, food trucks will be parking outside of its City Hall between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., offering a variety of savory and sweet options. “I came out here to play some pickle ball and the food trucks...
Three Rivers Parks seeks comments on plans for Baker Park Reserve
The Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioners has approved the draft updated long-range plan for Baker Park Reserve and authorized a 30-day public comment period for the plan. The long-range plan will inform future decisions related to recreation areas, the campground, golf course, trails and natural resources management. The plan also fulfills the requirements within the Metropolitan Council’s Thrive MSP 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan. The long-range plan is...
Lucky Cat Records opens on Lyndale Avenue at old Oar Folkjokeopus spot
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A corner of Lyndale Avenue in south Minneapolis made legendary for its roots as an alternative rock and roll gathering space will once again be home to an independent record shop. Luck Cat Records has officially opened at 2557 Lyndale Ave. S., with an opening weekend...
New Hope Aquatic Park Offers Variety of Adult-Only Swimming and Classes
Swimming and cooling off at the New Hope Aquatic Center this summer isn’t just for kids. The staff offer a variety of adults-only activities and instructor-lead classes for adults all summer long. “Knowing the importance of water safety and being able to swim, especially here in Minnesota, is incredibly...
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