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At A Queer Ritual, Bonds Are Built on Blood and Benefit Shows

With a two-day festival, the queer-focused heavy music series broadens the scope of its brutal catharsis.

Mary Lucia Didn’t Owe Us a Memoir (But I’m Glad She Wrote It)

Lucia's storytelling in 'What Doesn’t Kill Me Makes Me Weirder and Harder To Relate To' recalls maudlin lyrics set to a bright pop chord progression.

Freeloader Friday: 115 Free Things To Do This Weekend

Black Friday parties, bike rides, Friendsgivings, and so many holiday markets.

Shop Local This Season: Your Guide to Twin Cities Holiday Pop-ups 2025

Give gifts that support local artists, institutions, organizations, and small businesses. 

What the Hell Happened in St. Paul Yesterday?

Plus never listen to Chris Rufo, KSTP goes AI, and a first for the NHL in today's Flyover newsletter.

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Time to Give Thanks on This Week’s Open Thread, You Ingrates!

We're turning Racket over to you, the readers—a little earlier this week.

Federal Agents, SPPD Create More Chaos in St. Paul

Plus Southside Pride's final edition, Tina Smith's Fight Club, and two cute properties on the market in today's Flyover news roundup.

Plenty to Give Thanks for in Your Complete Concert Calendar: Nov. 25-Dec. 1

Pretty much all the music you can catch in the Twin Cities this week.

Tradeswomen Demand Action After Killing of MN Welder Amber Czech

Plus Psycho Suzi's stuff for sale, Minneapolis makes global bike ranking, and a Pearl Jam Zamboni in today's Flyover news roundup.

A New Cookbook Celebrates the Artists (and Stagehands, and Engineers, and Fans) of MN’s Music Scene

'A Musician’s Menu: Recipes That Rock by the Minnesota Music Community' offers a taste of local music.

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