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Diving Deep Into the Beet Beat

Plus more local ceasefire support, erecting a $4 million crucifix, and toodles to Kmart in today's Flyover news roundup.

‘The Holdovers’ and ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ Play Truth or Consequences With Us

In their latest films. Alexander Payne and Justine Triet wonder if we can handle the truth.

November 17, 2023

Let’s Anticipate/Dread/Consider the Holidays in This Friday’s Open Thread

It's your chance to yak about whatever you want here at Racket.

November 17, 2023

Freeloader Friday: 68 Free Things To Do This Weekend

Holiday markets, fan art, and beer releases!

November 17, 2023

3M Health Care Spinoff Debuts Dumb Name

Plus Bemidji postal workers fume, Red Wing is actually Native burial ground, and shirtless downtown turkey guy explained in today's Flyover news roundup.

November 16, 2023

Could I Eat This Afro Deli Sandwich Every Day for the Rest of My Life?

It's packed with flavor, it's only $8.99... the Somali steak sandwich makes a heck of a case for itself.

November 16, 2023

WTF is Odd Mart and Why Are the Monsters Chewing Gum?

It's not just a store, it's a performance piece with lore. Also, T-shirts.

November 16, 2023

Choo! Choo! Disaster Looms?

Plus McCollum leads calls for Gaza ceasefire, St. Paul's historic City Council, and two 'local' music makers talk memory in today's Flyover news roundup.

November 15, 2023

A Vampiric Hedge Fund Is Eating the Pioneer Press Alive

Alden Global Capital became involved with the PiPress 17 years ago. Minnesota's oldest newspaper has shrunk by over 80% since.

November 15, 2023