I'm just a regular Minnesota guy that grew up on the north-side of the Cities (Fridley), spent some quality time at the U of M, chill on the weekends at the family cabin near Duluth, bleed Vikings purple, and miss the North Stars. I have a short attention span; and enjoy Eric Church, Johnny Cash, Zac Brown, Kid Rock, Pink Floyd, 80s hair bands, coffee, beer, scotch, and long sunset walks on the beach. (One of those isn't true.) I'm a two-time cancer survivor now (Colorectal 2002, Kidney 2014), and know that life is damn short -- so by all means we should be playing as hard and as often as we can. I think that's it. (Did I mention that I have a short attention span?)
Pete Hanson
Minnesota Among the Safest States in USA for 2020
In the last couple of months we've learned that Minnesota is among the happiest, healthiest, and best-educated states. Now we find out we're also among the safest.
Winter Driving Primer (Here Are Some Reminders)
With the return of winter driving conditions, here are some reminders from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for driving on snow and ice.
Farmer’s Almanac Forecasts Cold, Snowy Winter for Minnesota
The Old Farmer's Almanac revealed their prediction for the winter of 2020-2021. Now the Farmer's Almanac is ready to tell us what they see for this winter.
Minnesota Twins Unveil 2020 Homer Hankies
With the Minnesota Twins heading into the post-season beginning tomorrow, the team has unveiled the 2020 edition of the Homer Hanky.
Guthrie Theater to Present Virtual ‘Christmas Carol’ for 2020
The 2020 in-person performances have been cancelled for the first time since it began in 1975.
Minnesota Among Happiest States in the USA
It comes as no surprise to any of us here, but the numbers have been crunched and the results are out; Minnesota is among the happiest places in America.
North Shore Tops for Fall Leaf Lovers
Minnesota's North Shore has been named as one of the best places in America for lovers of fall colors.
Absentee Ballots Going Out Friday, Still Time to Get Yours
The State of Minnesota will begin to start sending out absentee ballots for the 2020 general election this week -- and there's still time to sign up to get yours.
How Well Do You Know Minnesota? [QUIZ]
The Land of 10,000 Lakes. The North Star State. The Gopher State. Minnesota is known by many names, but how well do you know Minnesota? Take this quiz to find out.
Expecting? Minnesota Among Best Places to Have a Baby
Experts have poured over the data and crunched the numbers to determine the best states for having a baby. Good news for the mothers-to-be in Minnesota.