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P.J. Fleck Straps 75-Lb. Backpacks on Players to… Commemorate 9/11 or Something?

Plus bridge woes, labor graphs, and new life inside the ol' Dangerous Man in today's Flyover news roundup.

A Mankato Oldie, a Death Valley Excursion, and Plenty of Pussy Talk in This Week’s Playlists

5 great new local songs, 5 great new songs from the great big world of not-Minnesota.

September 11, 2023

Chroma Zone Murals, Crypticon Horrors, Comedian Nicole Byer: This Week’s Best Events

Plus Janelle Monáe! A giant corn maze! BIPOC makers!

September 11, 2023

Doin’ Beers: 5 Minnesota Beers to Drink in September

Grab your dirndl or lederhosen—this month we’re festing.

September 11, 2023

8 Things I Miss About Living in the Twin Cities

Racket's ex-beer columnist gets blog-ily wistful from his new home in Maine.

September 11, 2023

Ghost Mall Documentarian Declares Burnsville Center a Ghost Mall

Plus Dangerous Man exits Nordeast, more unchecked vehicle violence, and Duluth critter history in today's Flyover news roundup.

Wanna Buy the Perfect Lil Dome Home Cabin for $220K?

'It's a hippie special,' according to the listing agent.

September 8, 2023

How Savory Bake House Become a Cult-Loved Longfellow Fixture

Open only a handful of hours each week, this south Minneapolis favorite always has a line down the block.

September 8, 2023

It’s Not Fall Yet and Here’s Your Friday Open Thread

Time for you talk about whatever you want to talk about here on Racket.

September 8, 2023

Freeloader Friday: 95 Free Things To Do This Weekend

Street fests! Ninja turtles! Greek eats!

September 8, 2023