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FOOD & DRINK
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.
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...
Minnesota Man Smashes State Fishing Record Twice In 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!. Our next record fish highlight is a fan favorite: black crappie!. Nolan Sprengeler of...
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.
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...
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.”
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...
Bite into Flavor, Brooklyn Park Announces 6th Annual Restaurant Week with Call for Participants
Food aficionados and casual diners alike, take note: the stage is set for Brooklyn Park's Restaurant Week, returning for its sixth year of culinary celebrations. From September 23-29, the event promises to deliver a savory slice of the local food scene, inviting residents and visitors to taste their way through the diverse flavors that the city's 100-plus eateries have to offer, according to the City of Brooklyn Park. Patrons can look forward to a week where unique dining experiences are not just the norm, but the expectation.
Light-emitting Sculpture Gets Green Light
Coming Soon, relatively! In 2026, Heather Doyle’s brilliant, light-emitting sculpture — ‘New Dawn’ —(see alleynews.org/archive/may2022/newdawn also see below*) “will invite users to connect more deeply with our urban environment” as it becomes a beacon alongside the NEW 18th Avenue Bridge over the Midtown Greenway!
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...
The Dish: Food news, local views, and a throwback meal delivery review
There are three interesting openings to report this month, although none are in South Minneapolis. The first is Little Canada’s Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. (3 Little Canada Road E.), part of a small national chain. It’s drawing rave reviews and it’s open seven days a week; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until midnight on Friday through Sunday.
North Loop Green brings nature into the ‘concrete jungle’
Once separate from downtown, the North Loop neighborhood in Minneapolis is undergoing a vibrant transformation with the opening of North Loop Green, a new mixed-use development that hopes to bring the two neighborhoods together. The project, a collaboration between Pines and Marquee Development, aims to create a lively, year-round space for residents and visitors alike.
When summer work stopped for celebration
One of the topics at our frequent early morning coffee sessions is how much has changed in healthcare when compared to care offered to our grandparents, or for that matter, our parents. Amazing!. I recently had a second cataract surgery (who hasn’t), and during the prescribed downtime, I thought about...
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