Fourth of July, Freedom From Pants, Native American Food Truck Fest: This Week’s Best Events
Plus CONvergence, a hot-dog eating contest, Trampled by Turtles, and more.
Frozen Treats at the Sculpture Garden, a Walk-Up Window for the Donut Trap, and More June Food News
Plus Korean fried chicken in Richfield, the debut of Palace Pub, and much more.
Inside the High-Wire MN Fight Over Medically Diagnosing Child Abuse Head Trauma
Plus Strib excellence, wanna buy Burrito Loco, a viral obit, and let's hear from the Grandma's Marathon artist in today's Flyover news roundup.
We’re Halfway Through 2025, and Here’s What Our New Music Playlists Sound Like
5 great new local songs, 5 great new songs from everywhere else, and 3 minutes of pure aural dross.
RacketCast, Ep. 28: No War With Iran Feat. Rep. Ilhan Omar
In this special bonus episode, the congresswoman suggests our 'dumb' and 'fragile' president might not have a plan.
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Racket Racks Up 8 Trophies at the Local Journalism Awards
In today's Flyover news roundup? All we're rounding up is Racket's performance at Thursday's Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists Page One Awards ceremony.
We Help Us: 10 LGBTQIA Minnesotans Explain Why We Need Mutual Aid
'During these scary times, we need to band together more than ever. We need to dust off our heels and capes and fight like hell for our rights.'
RacketCast, Ep. 27: Politickin’ and Puntin’ Feat. Ex-MN Viking Chris Kluwe
The first non-Minnesotan to ever appear on the pod.
Whatcha Readin’, Racket Members? An Open Thread About Books.
As we do every week at this time, we're turning Racket over to you, the readers.
A Brief History of Alternative Pride in the Twin Cities
It's not just the big shindig in Loring Park.
Meow-Tastic Scenes From the 2025 Wedge LIVE! Cat Tour
That comes with our meow-tastic guarantee.
Freeloader Friday: 118 Free Things To Do This Weekend
Pride events of all types! A dog parade! Pop-up markets! Movies! Hmong festivals!
