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‘I’m Rather Fearless’: Twin Cities Poet Danez Smith Talks Climate Change, Comedy, Fiction, and I-35W Inspiration
Plus the No. 1 tool in any poet's toolbox: Microsoft Word.
Why Did the Twins Ban This Apparent Brave Truth-Teller From Target Field?
Plus Walz's China adventures, St. Paul lands large loon, and inside the Prince Airbnb in today's Flyover news roundup.
Racket Restaurant Roundup: Egg Sandwiches and Wine Bars Edition
Like, not together. But yes: There are lots of both in our September restaurant news rundown.
Barktoberfest, Saint Paul Art Crawl, Bob the Drag Queen: This Week’s Best Events
Plus film fests, brewery birthdays, and a whole lot more.
Is a ‘Big’ Movie That Fails to Meet Its Ambitions Better Than a ‘Small’ Movie That Does Just What It Set out to?
'Megalopolis' is a dull, sprawling mess; 'My Old Ass' is a surprisingly sweet coming-of-age fantasy.
‘Just Atrocious’: Self-Destructing 2024 Twins Nearly Put Out of Misery
Plus First Ave workers demand contract, NYT goes condo shopping, and sky-high flautists in today's Flyover news roundup.
Drink Prices? Twins Collapse? Board Games? Pick the Open Thread Topic You Want.
As we do every Friday, we're turning Racket over to you, the readers.
RacketCast, Ep. 2: A MN Hip-Hop Classic Turns 20 Feat. Heiruspecs
The haters might've said it couldn't be done (not sure), but we're back for another new episode, this time with our very first very special guests.
Freeloader Friday: 89 Free Things To Do This Weekend
Oktoberfests, lawn parties, open streets, free Grape Ape shots, art shows, and so much more.
Will Mpls Zoning Laws Doom Small Weed Dispensaries?
Plus MN keeps saying no to crypto mines, Fair State's patio is dunzo, and a MN glove guy is on TV in today's Flyover news roundup.
