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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.
Best Hamburger Restaurants in Saint Paul, MN
We will explore three of the best Hamburger restaurants in Saint Paul, each offering a unique and authentic dining experience that showcases the city’s rich food culture. Saint Paul boasts a vibrant and diverse culinary scene, particularly when it comes to hamburgers. These featured restaurants are just a glimpse...
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...
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.
A Guide to the No-Prep Picnic
Set out on your summer adventures with local grab-and-go provisions. Patio season may be in full swing—but so is picnic season! There’s something magical about packing a lunch and sharing a meal under the summer sun. And whether your toes are in the sand, a lake or a grassy meadow—local establishments make it easy to set out on a family adventure.
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...
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...
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!
Second Stripe works to restore potential to vintage homes
Mary Haugh loves vintage homes, with a connoisseur's appreciation for fine craftsmanship, quality materials and classic design. She's proud of her carefully restored, early 20th century home in the Lo...
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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